Silver Labs Still Amid Controversy

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Ever since there was a rise in the breeding of "silver Labrador retrievers" or "silver labs," the breed of dog that exhibits a diluted coat color has divided breeders and owners alike as to their actual place in the dog world.

The silver color occurs when a diluted gene becomes dominant enough through breeding, changing the actual coat color of the Labrador. A chocolate lab producing silver puppies will have puppies that are a silvery-brown color, while a black lineage will produce a gray, silver or "blue" Labrador.

The origin of the silver lab is debatable, and some expert s claim the color was started in the early 1930's by inbreeding members of the same litter to acquire the silver color. The origins of the color are not the only things in contention among enthusiasts and critics of the breed. Breeders are quick to point out studies conducted by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and others clearly show the silver lab is a purebred Labrador. However, critics claim there is no "name" actually on the study, and nobody has even seen the actual test results that prove this.

Furthermore, according to the AKC, the silver Labrador is actually considered a "shade of chocolate" officially. This is no surprise really, as the chocolate Labrador went through the same type of process to be recognized as an official color, thanks to objections from the black and yellow Labrador breeding community.

Whether you agree or disagree as to the pedigree for the dogs, one thing is certain - the breed is definitely gaining in popularity. You can find breeders in about every state across the United States. Breeders who take an active part in socializing their pups are desired, as those puppies will bond more closely with their new owners. Silver labs also exhibit all the traits from their Labrador lines including a knack for hunting/tracking and being a very social, loving dog.

Ever since there was a rise in the breeding of "silver Labrador retrievers" or "silver labs," the breed of dog that exhibits a diluted coat color has divided breeders and owners alike as to their actual place in the dog world.

The silver color occurs when a diluted gene becomes dominant enough through breeding, changing the actual coat color of the Labrador. A chocolate lab producing silver puppies will have puppies that are a silvery-brown color, while a black lineage will produce a gray, silver or "blue" Labrador.

The origin of the silver lab is debatable, and some expert s claim the color was started in the early 1930's by inbreeding members of the same litter to acquire the silver color. The origins of the color are not the only things in contention among enthusiasts and critics of the breed. Breeders are quick to point out studies conducted by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and others clearly show the silver lab is a purebred Labrador. However, critics claim there is no "name" actually on the study, and nobody has even seen the actual test results that prove this.

Furthermore, according to the AKC, the silver Labrador is actually considered a "shade of chocolate" officially. This is no surprise really, as the chocolate Labrador went through the same type of process to be recognized as an official color, thanks to objections from the black and yellow Labrador breeding community.

Whether you agree or disagree as to the pedigree for the dogs, one thing is certain - the breed is definitely gaining in popularity. You can find breeders in about every state across the United States. Breeders who take an active part in socializing their pups are desired, as those puppies will bond more closely with their new owners. Silver labs also exhibit all the traits from their Labrador lines including a knack for hunting/tracking and being a very social, loving dog.

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