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Q: What’s the difference between Golden lab and Labrador retriever?
are they the same?
I’m also debating whether to get a labrador or golden retriever (or a lab retriever/ golden lab) can someone tell me the the pros and cons of the two?
please…don’t preach to me about adopting I’ve adopted before and I’ll do it again.

A: You’ve actually got two questions here.

First, as to the difference between a Golden Lab and a Labrador Retriever. There is no “Golden Lab” — this is a name that some people use for a Yellow Lab (Labs come in three basic colors — yellow, black and chocolate). If someone is trying to sell you a “Golden Lab” run like crazy in the opposite direction. They either don’t know what the true name of the dog is or they are trying to sell you a Golden Retriever/Labrador Retriever cross.

Labs and Goldens are two very different breeds. I’m not either a Golden or a Lab person, but essentially, the Lab is a little more independent, a little more boisterous and *can be* a little more hyper. They are a short-coated breed, although their coat is double and they do shed like crazy.

Golden Retrievers come in *one* basic color — golden — in various shades from very pale cream to an almost Irish Setter red. Their coat is longer, with more feathering. They are a very devoted, easygoing breed and are very popular in as obedience dogs because they are easy to train. They are generally a little more laid back than Labs.

I’ll let someone who has the dog go into the cons, as my idea of the cons may not be the same as theirs. Neither would be my choice of breed, but that’s an individual taste, not necessarily the “fault” of the dog!

Q: How much exercise for a labrador/ Golden Retriever?
I am thinking of getting a labrador or golden retriever but i am unsure of how much exercise they need (how far in miles or km that they need to be walked everyday). Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

A: I have a Golden and she can easily do 10 miles. One thing is for sure, if you do not exercise a dog, they will get antsy and be hard to manage. Labbies and Goldens both have a lot of endurance and were bred to be outdoors with their masters for hours in the woods. Labbies are hearty eaters and if they don’t get enough exercise they will easily become overweight.

I’d say anything less than 3 miles isn’t enough, five is good, anything more than that is gravy.

Q: I used to have a Labrador/Golden retriever with funny ears?
When I was younger, I had this Labrador cross Golden Retriever puppy who had normal floppy ears. But within a few weeks its ears began to lift up (not all the way so that they were pointed like a German Shepard’s). They were up with the ends still floppy. They continued to change shape into variations of the lifted ear. They never returned to normal when we gave him to Guidedogs about a year later.

Does anyone know why his ears were like this?

A: There are also german shepherd dogs out there whos ears never stand up and just stay floppy. I also had a staffy once who when i went to buy her she had normal ears but on the way home in the car she stood them up and they looked like bat wings. Not all dogs are perfect to the ideal just same as some people.

Q: What is a good name for a Labrador/Golden retriever male puppy?
He mother is a Golden Retriever and his father a black labrador and i cant think of a name for him.

A: SANDY

Q: Is there a name for a Labrador x Golden Retriever?
Golden Labrador Retriever
Golden Labrador
Labrador Retriever

I am so confused! Are these different breeds or the same thing?

A: goldenlabrador is the name…a breeder where i got my golden retriever breeds them….sells them for $700 to $1000 according to the coats and colors short hair she sells for $700 the golden retriever coat she sells for $800 she has colors black,white,chocolate that sell for $1000 each that have the goldens coat…

Q: What is better, a labrador retriever or a golden retriever?
i am planning to get a puppy, and i was considering two breeds, either a golden retriever or a labrador retriever? i want an active and playful dog who will guard and defend my house from strangers. i also want a dog who doesn’t leave too much hair lying around. maybe only medium hair, and that’s all.

A: well, guard dogs aren’t a good idea. get a security system. and normally I would say goldens are way better than any breed ever. I do have prejudice against labs because I have a friend that has one that is so annoying. he was raised by them from a puppy, not abused, but he is really skiddish, and hes really rough. Im not saying all are like that, but the one I know is. but since you specifically said no shedding, I would think the obvious answer would be a lab. but if you want the attitude of a golden without any shedding AT ALL (not one hair) I suggest a golden doodle. they are a golden poodle cross. but the benefits in the golden situation greatly outweigh the hair. and this is my personal opinion, but I think the golden is the most gorgeous dog on earth.

Q: I am thinking to buy a puppy but I can’t decide between golden retriever and Labrador retriever?
also, i want the one which doesn’t shed his hair too often. Which one will be the best in the Indian climate( Hot and Humid but quite cold in winters as I live quite near to New Delhi). Also, can I keep a Golden Retriever with short hair like those of a Labrador? And I’ve heard that golden retrievers are more prone to diseases so are the vaccines for such diseases available with the veterinarians in India?

A: A Golden Retriever shed much more than a Labrador Retriever but they are much calmer and much more loyal and close to their owners than a Labrador will ever be. Both dogs need vigorous exercise and grooming though. They can become depressed if bored.
A Labrador Retriever is on the Best Dogs For Hot Climates list and here is their description: “The Labrador Retriever is medium sized, short-coupled and athletically built. The coat is straight, short, dense and, most notably, water resistant. The three coat colors for a Labrador Retriever are black, yellow and chocolate, with yellows having the greatest variation in shading (from cream to fox-red) and blacks having the least. The skull is wide with a moderate stop, the head clean-cut rather than fleshy cheeked. The muzzle is of medium length; the nose is brown on chocolates, black on blacks, and either black or slightly pink on yellows. Ears are set back and low on the skull, hanging close to the head. The Labrador Retriever’s expression is affectionate, friendly and alert, with expressive and intelligent eyes. The dog is short-coupled, with a strong back and fairly wide chest. The tail is medium length and free from feathering, distinctly thick at the base and tapering toward the tip – some describe the Labrador tail as “otter-like.”
The Golden Retriever isn’t on this list but here is its description: “The Golden Retriever is a powerfully built and well-proportioned dog, whose looks bring to mind a breed designed to hunt and retrieve. The skull is broad and rounded, with a well defined stop and smooth muzzle with a scissors bite. The nose is black or dark brown, and the eyes are deep brown with an amiable and intelligent expression. The neck, chest and forequarters are strong and well developed; the back is level and the body is short coupled. The feet are medium sized and round, and the tail is thick and carried horizontally. The coat is dense and water repellent and can be either straight or wavy, with some feathering on the forelegs and under body; coloring is in solid shades of gold, without any other markings.”

Q: Is there a dog breed similar to golden retriever/labrador that won’t grow so much?
I love golden retrievers and labradors when they are 2 month old puppies.

A: I don’t think soo but they are so cute I wish I knew girl :/

Q: Is the breed Labrador Retriever the same as Golden Retriever?
I was going to adopt a pup Golden Retriever but, instead a Labrador Retriever popped up so I was jus wondering is it the same breed or different. If you know any details about these two breeds please reply me.

THANKS
Thanks guys
do u guys know where I can adopt a pup Golden Retriever in Bakersfield,CA some have Golden Retriever but, not in Bakersfield.
So if u guys know of any sites that have GR in Bakersfield please reply me

A: No way. A Golden has a very calm temperament. And is not especially destructive. As a rule the Lab is more active and VERY destructive. Having bred both for a few yrs…..I love both…but the Golden is usually easier to handle. Of course we have had some Labs that we still talk about….so it’s a toss up….but those are the idiosyncrasies.

Q: Which is better, a Golden Retriever or a Labrador Retriever and why?
I read in a book that the Golden Retriever was good with children. I read in the same book that the Labrador Retriever was good with children but needed special exercise needs. In another book it said
this. For the Golden Retriever the Advantages were good gundog, gentle with children, even-tempered. The Disadvantages were no drawback known. For the Lab. Advantages Even-tempered, good
gundog, good family pet, good with children. Disadvantages were No drawbacks known. I’m not sure which is better for the family. Take a look. Single mom with two teenage kids, 1 small dog, 2 tabby cats. Watchdog ability. PLEASE HELP! They are both cute. We want to know which is the better deal. CUTENESS DOES NOT COUNT! We like the Golden a little better. If anyone knows any place where they breed the Golden Retriever with the
Labrador Retriever, Please, please, please tell me.

A: You can’t really compare them all. Like German shepherds for example. Some come from mellow show breeding stock, and others come from schutzhund stock and are not suitable for most families.

What you could consider doing… Go to some dog training classes in your local area to meet dogs in your town. They can vary quite a bit in different regions. You’ll need a dog trainer when you get your puppy anyway and they can help advise you since they will meet your family in person.

Once there talk to owners of the different breeds and what their thoughts are about their dogs. Seeing them in action and getting some hands on time, is a better education.

One thing to keep in mind is that like the GSD and the greyhound, there are several strains of labs. Some can be guardy and protective dogs. Some may be spooks. Some look like greyhounds and some may be very massive with strong bodies. These strains are due to the fact that some are hunting strains, some are show dogs, and others are just bred because they happen to be labs and still have ‘nads.

Sometimes mixed breed dogs that may or may not be purebred are for sale as labs or GRs in the newspaper. Differences in strains can be true of Goldens and any other working breeds. Particularly if they are very popular.

Check AKC parent club for a breeder’s code of ethics for the breeds in question and then screen the breeders well too.

You’ve got it right that you will need to choose your dog for the companion he will become in the future, not for the bundle of cuteness that he is as a pup. You may have a dozen years with the puppy you choose.

Q: Is it hard to take care of a labrador/golden retriever puppy?
i will be getting a dog soon, and i want to know if it is hard or not to take care of a puppy.

A: All puppies are hard work, especially if you go for the breeds that are bred for working, like Labradors, pointers, terriers. even spaniels can be a handful, your best bet would be to find a local dog show and go along to that and speak to people there or even your local rescue center. Depending on your life style as well, its no good getting a dog if you are out the house for more than 4 hours at a time,, its not fair on the beasts, boredom is a frightful thing in a dog Good luck,, :-)

Q: What is the difference between a Golden Retriever and a Labrador Retriever?
Just curious… I’ve been looking for a right kind of dog and I came across a Golden Retriever and a Lab.. I know what they are how they look like etc. but I really want to know the difference. Thanks
Not colorwise please….

A: golden retreivers are gold and labrodor retrievers are all colors except purple Temperament
Friendly, reliable, and trustworthy. Quarrelsomeness or hostility towards other dogs or people in normal situations, or an unwarranted show of timidity or nervousness, is not in keeping with Golden Retriever character. Such actions should be penalized according to their significance.
Labrador Retriever Breed Standard
Sporting GroupMovement of the Labrador Retriever should be free and effortless. When watching a dog move toward oneself, there should be no sign of elbows out. Rather, the elbows should be held neatly to the body with the legs not too close together. Moving straight forward without pacing or weaving, the legs should form straight lines, with all parts moving in the same plane. Upon viewing the dog from the rear, one should have the impression that the hind legs move as nearly as possible in a parallel line with the front legs. The hocks should do their full share of the work, flexing well, giving the appearance of power and strength. When viewed from the side, the shoulders should move freely and effortlessly,Neck–The neck should be of proper length to allow the dog to retrieve game easily. It should be muscular and free from throatiness. The neck should rise strongly from the shoulders with a moderate arch. A short, thick neck or a “ewe” neck is incorrect. Topline–The back is strong and the topline is level from the withers to the croup when standing or moving. However, the loin should show evidence of flexibility for athletic endeavor. Body–The Labrador should be short-coupled, with good spring of ribs tapering to a moderately wide chest.Skull–The skull should be wide; well developed but without exaggeration. The skull and foreface should be on parallel planes and of approximately equal length. There should be a moderate stop–the brow slightly pronounced so that the skull is not absolutely in a straight line with the nose. The brow ridges aid in defining the stop. The head should be clean-cut and free from fleshy cheeks; the bony structure of the skull chiseled beneath the eye with no prominence in the cheek. The skull may show some median line; the occipital bone is not conspicuous in mature dogs. Lips should not be squared off or pendulous, but fall away in a curve toward the throat. A wedge-shape head, or a head long and narrow in muzzle and back skull is incorrect as are massive, cheeky heads. The jaws are powerful and free from snippiness– the muzzle neither long and narrow nor short and stubby. Nose– The nose should be wide and the nostrils well-developed. The nose should be black on black or yellow dogs, and brown on chocolates. Nose color fading to a lighter shade is not a fault. A thoroughly pink nose or one lacking in any pigment is a disqualification. Teeth–The teeth should be strong and regular with a scissors bite; the lower teeth just behind, but touching the inner side of the upper incisors. A level bite is acceptable, but not desirable. Undershot, overshot, or misaligned teeth are serious faults. Full dentition is preferred. Missing molars or pre-molars are serious faults. Ears–The ears should hang moderately close to the head, set rather far back, and somewhat low on the skull; slightly above eye level.There is a perfect answer already posted so I don’t want to regurgatate what was already said. I just wanted to post my support for Chetco’s answer.
Being a Canadian I know that Labrador Retrievers originated from Canada while Goldens from Europe. So, obviously they are two different dogs. And just for everyone’s knowledge, Golden Labs only come in a golden color while it is Labrador Retrievers that come yellow, black, or chocolate.
Both dogs are wonderful family dogs but from working with them both I have “typically” found Golden Retrievers to be a bit more calm then the Labs.The Golden loves to be by people all the time and wants a lot of attention, The Lab is more independent and very noisy about everything…..Chance my Lab loves the water, Buddy my Golden will only go in up to his knees and turns around and get out of the water…..Their both wonderful dogs all around and their great with kids (Both of them) Very easy going dogs and wouldn’t hurt a flea, But will protect their master,Their barks will scare people to death,Forequarters should be muscular, well coordinated and balanced with the hindquarters. Shoulders–The shoulders are well laid-back, long and sloping, forming an angle with the upper arm of approximately 90 degrees that permits the dog to move his forelegs in an easy manner with strong forward reach. Ideally, the length of the shoulder blade should equal the length of the upper arm. Straight shoulder blades, short upper arms or heavily muscled or loaded shoulders, all restricting free movement, are incorrect. Front Legs–When viewed from the front, the legs should be straight with good strong bone. Too much bone is as undesirable as too little bone, and short legged, heavy boned individuals are not typical of the breed. Viewed from the side, the elbows should be directly under the withers, and the front legs should be perpendicular to the ground and well under the body. The elbows should be close to the ribs without looseness. Tied-in elbows or being “out at the elbows” interfere with free movement and are serious faults. Pasterns should be strong and short and should slope slightly from the perpendicular line of the leg. Feet are strong and compact, with well-arched toes and well-developed pads. Dew claws may be removed. Splayed feet, hare feet, knuckling over, or feet turning in or out are serious faults.Muscular, well coordinated with hindquarters and capable of free movement. Shoulder blades long and well laid back with upper tips fairly close together at withers. Upper arms appear about the same length as the blades, setting the elbows back beneath the upper tip of the blades, close to the ribs without looseness. Legs, viewed from the front, straight with good bone, but not to the point of coarseness. Pasterns short and strong, sloping slightly with no suggestion of weakness. Dewclaws on forelegs may be removed, but are normally left on. Feet medium size, round, compact, and well knuckled, with thick pads. Excess hair may be trimmed to show natural size and contour. Splayed or hare feet to be faulted.

Q: Apart from their coats, can you distinguish between a Golden Retriever and Labrador?
If you shaved a golden retriever and labrador & you placed them side by side, would they look the same? If not, what would be the differences?
Amazing how people answer along the lines of “yes there are differences” and don’t specify what they are, or tell me to go look it up myself. If you don’t want to answer properly, then don’t bother answering.

A: Everything.
If you know your dogs, you know them all around.
Labradors and Goldens are so different.
They have a different temperament for starters, even if you’d think not.

English Labradors have shorter legs, their heads are shaped differently, they’re thicker in body type, they have wide necks, their eyes are more wide-set and their ears are different too, shorter.
Same goes for American Labradors, but the American type are lankier.

Goldens are thiner in shape, eyes are less wide-set, thinner necks, longer legs, shaped differently all together. Their ears are longer and when you pull them forward should cover the eyes.

Trust me. If I saw them shaved I could tell the difference. If you blind folded me and had a shaved English Labrador, American Labrador, and Golden Retriever in a line, and had me feel all three, I could tell you which was which. :)

Q: How bad does a Golden retriever, Labrador retriever, and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel smell?
Have any suggestions for other dogs? And please, REASONS! I live in a town home, so it can not be too yappy. I am willing to take him/her out to jog 2 times a day.

A: Actually, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel smells the least because of it’s physical size and the surface area of the fur= less doggy oder, but the more affectionate and the more trainable one is the Golden and the Labrador Retriever, and they are better with children.

Q: What’s the difference between a golden retriever and a labrador retriever?
im thinking about getting a puppy and the father is a lab. retriever, while the mom is a golden retriever.
ok, stupid people. it IS possible for a lab to be yellow. not ALL are black.
ok. im NOT getting it from a breeder. i DON’T care if you people think i shouldn’t get it from the person i am. thanks for caring, but that’s not what i asked for. i just want to know the difference. im getting it from my dad’s friend.

A: Golden has longer hair. Lab has short hair and webbed feet for swimming. Also, lab’s can come in three different colors – yellow, brown and black. The golden comes in one color…a reddish brown.

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