I plan on buying a Labrador Retriever soon. I see ads for American and British labs. What is the differences between them and

[kmw]

I plan on buying a Labrador Retriever soon. I see ads for American and British labs. What is the differences between them and how do they hunt differently?

[4everAutumn]

British labs are said to be shorter, stockier and more to "show standards". American labs are said to be taller and more lanky and bred more for "field standards". Some say you can expect different personalities and temperment depending on the breed, but I wouldn't bet the farm on that. Every lab is different, but they are all great dogs. As long as I'm breathing, I'll always have at least one.

[Treestand]

The Lab came over on the Mayflower it has a long history, the Best labs are the Golden for temperment
field work, as sead above post.

[6phunter]

while the AMERICAN LAB LOVES WATER, THE BRITISH LAB LIKES A SPOT OF TEA. LOL

[Trapper Vic]

English labs are often known as "Bench Labs". I've had 3 and would not own anything else. One had his national championship points. These dogs are at home whether sitting quietly by the fire or busting a lake on the retrieve.