From the time the Labrador is a clumsy puppy until it grows into a graceful adult, the Labrador is capable of capturing the heart of its owner or companion. Puppies are comical and curious for the most part, and the Labrador puppy finds things much more intriguing when its owner is present.
Labradors make wonderful family pets because of the Labrador’s natural instinct to remain gentle. If, however, a puppy should get too rough, the problem is easily remedied and the puppy learns from its owners. Labradors are naturally intelligent and are very fast to learn commands and tasks the owner wishes the pet to perform.
Labradors also make excellent family pets because most families have new or younger children and the Labrador is trustworthy and loyal to its family. Labradors have reportedly saved young children from drowning and wandering off, as well as keeping small children away from roads or dangerous situations. One such report states that a Labrador followed its younger master/companion off into the woods and protected the youngster until rescuers found him. This is the kind of pet most owners only dream of having in their families.
Labradors even help with daily chores around the house like taking out the garbage and watering the lawn. Of course, it helps that the Labrador’s favorite activity is water play, and if the yard get watered in the process of play it is all the better. Labradors are a fantastic way of amusing the children, and being amused by the children. If you have an only child, then the Labrador will play dress up, and loves to finger or paw paint.
How about helping mom in the kitchen with the little accidents and dropped food items? Not a problem with a Labrador in the home as a pet–the messes almost clean themselves. Labradors love to eat and this is a perfect way to help mom with dinner.
The Labrador as the family pet will add love, fun, joy and entertainment, as well as a helping paw to a family’s home. Make a Labrador a special part of your home and he or she will give much back in return.