Labradors and Goldens are both retrievers that the American Kennel Club, AKC, recognizes as sporting breeds with stable temperaments and a high degree of trainability.
According to AKC registration statistics, Labrador retrievers and golden retrievers are the two most popular breeds in the United States.
The physical characteristics, dispositions and temperaments, occupations, health issues and lifespan of the two breeds are similar.
Labrador retrievers originate from Newfoundland, where they assisted fishermen to retrieve loose fishing nets.
