2006-11-07 02:44:09 · 4 answers · asked by froghollow f 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The term "blockhead" simply refers to the shape of its noggin.
2006-11-07 02:49:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One who doesn't do what you tell it! Or Charlie Brown's 2nd dog - LOL!
It is actually one of the many nicknames given to a conformation-type Labrador Retriever. There are 2 different lines of Labs bred in this country: performance/field (AKA American) type which are rangy, finer boned with longer, narrower heads bred to have high energy & drive for use in retrieving/hunting. The conformation/Engish (AKA 'Blockhead') type are stocky, large boned with rather rectangular 'blocky' heads, bred to the AKC's standard (the written profile saying what a good example of the breed should look like) to show for conformation titles and make calmer, steadier pets.
2006-11-07 10:47:43 · answer #2 · answered by mustanglynnie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is you a pic of probablly the most famous "blockheaded" Lab.
He makes it pretty easy to see where the term came from.
Sandylands Mark
http://www.hunt101.com/img/354506.jpg
2006-11-07 11:19:48 · answer #3 · answered by tom l 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The name speaks for itself. There are "blockhead' boxers as well.
2006-11-07 11:32:39 · answer #4 · answered by paganvegan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋