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How much does a chocolate Labrador cost?
The typical price for a Labrador puppy from a good quality breeder is around $800 to $1,000. Since chocolate Labs are rarer, they can cost more and can range from $1,000 to $2,250. Puppies that are bred for the show ring tend to be the most expensive.
Are chocolate Labs more rare?
They would have been rare in nature, but with genetic testing and specialized breeders, you’ll find that Chocolate Labs are abundant. If you find color genetics fascinating, you might want to give our Labrador Retriever colors post a read. It talks about all the different shades of Labradors and how color is inherited.
Is a chocolate lab a good dog?
In general, Labrador retrievers are excellent family dogs, as long as you keep in mind their need for exercise and training. These are dogs bred to work and work hard and they love to have jobs to do, particularly retrieving.
What is the life expectancy of a chocolate lab?
10.7 years
The median lifespan for chocolate Labradors is just 10.7 years, 1.4 years shorter than black or yellow Labradors.
What’s wrong with chocolate Labs?
It turns out that chocolate is bad for dogs in more ways than one—if the dog in question is a chocolate Lab. New research found that chocolate-colored Labrador retrievers don’t live as long as black or yellow Labs. They’re also more prone to ear infections and skin diseases.
Do chocolate Labs bark a lot?
The answer to the question “do Labrador Retrievers bark a lot?” is an emphatic no. Generally speaking, Labrador Retrievers aren’t an especially “barky” breed of dog. Labs were bred to be gentle, easily socialized dogs. With the right training and reinforcement, Labrador Retriever barking is not a big issue.
Are chocolate Labs aggressive?
Labrador Temperament Happily, Labradors are not known to be aggressive dogs. In fact, they are generally known for having a laid back, friendly and patient personality – which makes them such a great family dog. However, some Labradors can have behavioral issues.
What’s the lifespan of a chocolate Lab?
10 – 12 yearsLabrador Retriever / Lifespan (Adult)
Chocolate Labrador Retrievers have a significantly shorter lifespan than their black and yellow counterparts, according to the results of the largest study ever done of the breed in the UK. The median lifespan for chocolate Labradors is just 10.7 years, 1.4 years shorter than black or yellow Labradors.