Labradors are high spirited companions , which seek human attention. They are mostly used as a retriever for hunters, assistance dog to the physically challenged, and also as search and rescue dog. The Labrador retrievers are intelligent and easy to train. Labradors mature at the age of three years old and are very playful until then. This might lead to often being considered as hyperactive.

Labradors are very obedient and filled with curiosity. They track down people and food with scents. Labs have a thick, tapering tail often referred to as the 'otter tail'. They have webbed fingers, which makes them excellent swimmers. They shed twice in a year. In temperate climate, they might shed throughout the year. This breed is recognized by the American Kennel Club. 

Labradors are registered is three colors. Black, chocolate and cream colors. Labrador pups should not be brought home until they are  two months old. these dogs are not very noisy breed and are not very territorial. AKC states that labs are the ideal family and sporting dog.