Personality

The collector's labrador tends to be very friendly and active. While it is easy to train a race, and usually obedient, you have so much energy that it can be difficult for some people.

Often a very affectionate animal with dogs and people, allowing it to be an excellent pet. However, his strong need for affection coupled with its large amount of energy, these dogs can get in big trouble. It is not uncommon to break things, jump over people or make it fall to children without realizing its great strength.

Despite being so active, a collector of well-educated farmer is one of the most wonderful dogs that may exist.

However, these dogs are not very good protectors of their families, as they tend to be friendly with everyone. Although they may serve as guard dogs (giving the alarm when approaching a stranger), are generally not good dogs for protection. Of course, there are always exceptions to the rule, but if you're looking for a dog looking for better protection of another race.

Care

The collector labrador does not require special care, but it's good to take into account certain things. First of all, is a dog that needs plenty of exercise and affection. Therefore, it is necessary to do enough exercise every day and receive the attention it deserves. Although you can adjust to living in an apartment, it's better if you have a medium or large garden to exercise it.

Even taking a garden, you should take your dog for a walk every day to socialize with other dogs and people. Also, if you have a garden, it is preferable that your labrador alive inside the house to take the company requires, and exercising outdoors.

The fur of these dogs does not require particular care beyond the regular brushing. You must bear in mind that collectors labrador lose hair regularly, so you can smudge the mubles, clothing and carpets.

While this race is not very prone to inherited diseases, their farming to meet market demand, has caused some problems to be fixed in the genetic race. Thus, the collectors labrador may be prone to hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia and eye problems, besides obesity.

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