Labrador retrievers originated as fishermen's helpers in Newfoundland, where they would retrieve fish and haul ropes. As they were cross-bred with other breeds, they became efficient retrievers of game like duck and goose. Currently the most popular breed in the US, Labrador retrievers are intelligent, easy-going, and friendly. They enjoy water and learn quickly, making them a popular choice for hunters to pair with pointing breeds in the field.

1. LABRADOR RETRIEVERS CAN BE GREAT
BIRD DOGS
Jeffery Fraser

2. INTRODUCTION
 Jeffery S. Fraser, formerly the CEO of NIC Inc., Software in Olathe, Kansas, is
the current owner of Tsaina Lodge in Valdez, Alaska. Outside of his professional
responsibilities, Jeffery Scott Fraser enjoys snowboarding, fishing, hunting, and
training bird dogs.
Bird dogs, specifically bred to be good at tracking and flushing out birds, include
several breeds that are known to be intelligent and trainable. Breeds that are
known to be good bird dogs include Brittany, German wirehaired pointers,
Chesapeake Bay retrievers, Gordon setters, English setters, and Labrador
retrievers.
Labrador retrievers originated in Newfoundland, where they were trained to help
fishermen. As strong swimmers, these dogs retrieved fish that fell off hooks,
hauled ropes across harbors, and pulled in nets. As they were cross-bred with
other breeds, they became efficient retrievers of other game such as duck and
goose.
Currently the most popular breed in the United States according to American
Kennel Society registration statistics, Labrador retrievers are easy-going,
friendly, and intelligent. They love water and listen and learn quickly. Many
hunters pair Labrador retrievers with pointing breeds on the field.