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Mutts: The Labrador and Shepherd mix
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Photo provided by Stacy Mantle, 2008
Temperament: The Labrador/Shepard mix is one of the friendliest dogs you can have in your life. The Labrador influence creates a very loyal pup, one that has a mild temperament and a love of humans. The Shepherd influence adds a special spark to the dog’s personality. Shepherds are well known for their running, herding and protecting. This energy and spunk, mixed with the inherent gentleness of the Labrador, makes a Labrador/Shepherd one of the best family dogs. IF you have young kids who can keep the pup on the run, or a love of the outdoors, this may just be the dog for you. Labradors and Shepards are both known for their high intelligence, making this combination a great one. They are easily trained and enjoy learning new tricks (which is fun for the pet as well as the owner).
The Best Families: The best families for these dogs are those with either active young couples, or couples with children. A Lab/Shep mix has a lot of energy, and if it is not channeled through play or exercise, it can be used for destructive purposes. Be sure you have a home with a large yard so they can expel their boundless energy.
Coloring: Their colors vary . The dog pictured above is a black lab mixed with a multi-color Australian Shepard. They generally have gorgeous eyes that show off their many human-like expressions.
Size: Labrador/Shepard mixes vary in size but generally range from 35-55 pounds This is a great size because they have a “big dog" feel, but they don't' require an S.U.V. to take them to the vet.
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