i would like a black lab i have alot of acreage and time are they really calm and loving?
2007-09-18 10:34:31 · 7 answers · asked by suzypjs2000 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You will need to allot more than "Are they calm and loving" How old are you?
That is nice that you have allot of acreage. He can run around and be free and stuff. Dogs can be different. I cannot tell you if the breed is this or that. Labs get along with kids and they do tend to get loving.
2007-09-18 10:43:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Labs are great dogs...very loving. Calm, they are not. They have a lot of energy and the puppy stage lasts 2-3 years. The dog would certainly love all that room to run around, and since you have plenty of time, you would be able to train the dog well.
Look at your local shelters...I just adopted a black lab from our pound. He's very sweet and handsome!
2007-09-18 10:45:18 · answer #2 · answered by KS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They're high-energy puppies for about the first two years, but then they do tend to settle down some. They are generally very loving, but I don't know that "calm" would be the best description.
If you're looking for one that's going to be calmer, try adopting a 2 year old or so. Black labs are in Rescues all over the country, and black dogs are often the hardest to get adopted out (for whatever reason), so definitely check with Lab Rescue!!!
http://www.petfinder.com
2007-09-18 10:38:51 · answer #3 · answered by Nandina (Bunny Slipper Goddess) 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, labs are NOT calm! You get the odd one of course, but as a breed they're very bouncy - lots of energy. Having lots of land is good, but he can't just be left to run around it; they need stimulation and human contact. But yes, like most dogs, they are great companions, very loving - just boisterous!
If you get a dog, take him to a vet when you get him. You need to know about vaccination, worming and de-flea regimes, and when to neuter. Best to find a vet you like early on so you don't end up as one of the silly people on here who post panicked medical questions when their dog is ill!
Chalice
2007-09-18 10:55:30 · answer #4 · answered by Chalice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the shelter and adopt an older dog. talk to the staff about your needs and what you are looking for. I am sure they have a dog to fit the bill--maybe you even want to consider adopting 2 dogs so they can keep each other company and really utilize that 2 acres.
2007-09-18 10:58:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are really great dogs and if trained right they are very smart and helpful to their owner...a lot of ppl get these dogs if they have disabelities...you should also check out your local animal shelter and find one that is a little older...good luck if you get one..the are very cute and highly intelligent dogs.....they make you feel safe....
2007-09-18 10:41:22 · answer #6 · answered by lialuv23 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they r the best dogs just train them to be its not hard n get it fixed
2007-09-18 10:43:15 · answer #7 · answered by ♥ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋