What kind of dog is a Newfoundland Labrador Retriever?
The Labrador Retriever is the traditional waterdog of Newfoundland, long employed as a duck retriever and fisherman’s mate. The breed began its steady climb to supreme popularity in the early 1800s, when Labs were spotted by English nobles visiting Canada.… Did You Know?
Why listen to KNCT-FM?
So tune in for all your favorite bandleaders and vocalists as KNCT reaches back into our vast library of big band standards. Joyce keeps you current with everything going on in the KNCT-FM listening area for the 55 and better crowd. From Lake Belton to Lake Stillhouse and other area rivers and waterways, Rick tells you where they’re bitin’.
When was the first Lab registered with the Kennel Club?
The Kennel Club (England) recognized the Lab in 1903, and the AKC registered its first dog of the breed in 1917. Labs topped AKC registrations for the first time in 1991 and has reigned as America’s favorite breed ever since.
When are the big bands on KNCT?
The Big Bands are back on KNCT Sundays from noon until 6 p.m. It’s brassy and sassy and altogether classy! So tune in for all your favorite bandleaders and vocalists as KNCT reaches back into our vast library of big band standards. Joyce keeps you current with everything going on in the KNCT-FM listening area for the 55 and better crowd.
What is the history of the Labrador Retriever breed?
History. The Kennel Club (England) recognized the Lab in 1903, and the AKC registered its first dog of the breed in 1917. Labs topped AKC registrations for the first time in 1991 and has reigned as America’s favorite breed ever since.
What are the characteristics of a purebred Labrador Retriever?
GENERAL APPEARANCE. The most distinguishing characteristics of the Labrador Retriever are its short, dense, weather resistant coat; an “otter” tail; a clean-cut head with broad back skull and moderate stop; powerful jaws; and its “kind,” friendly eyes, expressing character, intelligence and good temperament.
How big does a full grown Labrador Retriever get?
About the Labrador Retriever. The sturdy, well-balanced Labrador Retriever can, depending on the sex, stand from 21.5 to 24.5 inches at the shoulder and weigh between 55 to 80 pounds. The dense, hard coat comes in yellow, black, and a luscious chocolate.