Labrador Retriever Facts

Every year, the American Kennel Club surveys dog owners to determine which breed is most popular. The 2009 results have now been announced, and the Labrador Retriever is once again named most popular dog in America!

Labs have been America’s top dog for nearly two decades due to their loyal and gentle nature," said AKC Spokesperson Lisa Peterson.

Also one more interesting "fact of note" : Providence, Rhode Island is the only city in the United States where the Labrador Retriever does not appear in the top 5 dog breeds.

They don't know what they're missing!

For the 18th straight year the Labrador Retriever ranks as the most registered dog breed in America. The 2008 AKC registration figures show that Labs beat out Yorkshire Terriers by a wide margin.

Right, left makes a difference in tail wag from PhysOrg.com

Italian researchers say that dogs' tail wagging sends a different message depending on the direction of the wag.

By examining dogs' interactions with people and other animals, the scientists found that a dog wags its tail to the right when it spots someone or something familiar and to the left when it feels threatened, The Daily Telegraph reported.