{"id":26261,"date":"2024-08-04T09:59:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-04T08:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/?p=26261"},"modified":"2025-06-22T20:52:47","modified_gmt":"2025-06-22T19:52:47","slug":"english-vs-american-labrador","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/english-vs-american-labrador\/","title":{"rendered":"English Vs American Lab &#8211; Differences In Type And Temperament"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I first heard the term English lab and American Lab many years ago when I joined retriever training and hunting forums to hang out with other folks that shared my passion for working Labrador Retrievers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"969\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/foxred-lab-snow.jpg\" alt=\"American Fox red lab in the snow\" class=\"wp-image-16364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/foxred-lab-snow.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/foxred-lab-snow-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/foxred-lab-snow-696x899.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/foxred-lab-snow-325x420.jpg 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">My Fox Red American Lab Tess<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I soon discovered that in American hunting circles, the term English Lab was not a compliment. And that English Labradors were often described as fat, slow, and dare I say, stupid.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rushing in to defend my beloved and athletic dogs, it became clear that the dogs being described as English, were not imports. They were in fact Labradors from show lines, rather than from working lines. And they were born and bred in the USA. The terms English and American had nothing whatever to do with the dog\u2019s nationality or place of birth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"English vs American Labrador - The TRUTH About The Differences\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QeDfYDRy9Yc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lost in translation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the USA the term \u2018American lab\u2019 is used to describe dogs bred for work as hunting companions whereas in the UK the term \u2018working Lab\u2019 is prefered\u2019. These two terms are completely interchangeable and we are talking about exactly the same type of dog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same applies to the UK&nbsp; term \u2018show lab\u2019 which in the USA is referred to as an English Lab.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So when my American friends were being somewhat disparaging about English dogs, they were in fact talking about Labradors bred for the show ring. In exactly the same way, some in the British hunting community are disparaging about show labs too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are American Labs better than English?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The argument over which type of Labrador is better is not going away anytime soon. And the answer as to which is best for you, will always depend on your circumstances. (See \u2018how to choose\u2019 below)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My opinions on this have changed somewhat over the years, and I\u2019ll talk about that as we go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The split<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Labrador Retriever breed became split into two different types several decades ago now. And the differences affect both the dog\u2019s appearance and structure, and their temperament.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The differences in temperament are particularly relevant when you are considering buying a Labrador as a family pet. And we\u2019ll talk about those in some detail&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess-1024x871.jpg\" alt=\"photo of a yellow American Lab and a chocolate English Lab\" class=\"wp-image-16346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess-1024x871.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess-768x653.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess-696x592.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess-1068x909.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess-494x420.jpg 494w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/rachael-and-tess.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">my American Lab Tess (left) and my English Lab Rachael (right)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Differences in structure<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>American Labs tend to be taller, more slender and generally \u2018racier\u2019 in appearance than English Labs.&nbsp; English type Labs are often heavier than their field bred cousins, and shorter in the leg. The English Lab is likely to have a heavier, wider head &#8211; sometimes referred to as \u2018blocky\u2019.&nbsp; Some lack agility,&nbsp; though I have known some heavyweight show type Labs that are surprisingly good at jumping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some would argue that the blockiness of the English Lab\u2019s head has been taken too far, and others would argue that the narrower face of the American Lab is not in keeping with the breed standard.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"762\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/english-lab-762x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Different types of Labrador -we compare English and American Labs\" class=\"wp-image-17781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/english-lab-762x1024.jpg 762w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/english-lab-223x300.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/english-lab-768x1032.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/english-lab-696x935.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/english-lab-313x420.jpg 313w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/english-lab.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 762px) 100vw, 762px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The deep chest and shorter legs of the show lab is another source of contention, with some breed enthusiasts saying, again, that this has been taken too far.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To my eye, some English Labs do look very short in the leg. But part of this is what we are used to. And I\u2019d be the first to admit that some American Labs really do look a bit greyhoundy in shape.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another difference lies in the tail. The traditional otter tail of the Labrador, is thick at the base and tapering at the tip. In many American Labs the tail is too whippy and thin to be described as an otter tail.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which is the best shape?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are raising a puppy to be a hunting companion, those physical differences are not going to be as much of an issue as you might think.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most English Labs are physically capable of running and jumping efficiently. If not allowed to become overweight they have good stamina, are capable of working all day, and are efficient, powerful, swimmers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So why should you get an American Lab?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well physically, you need an American Lab if you want to succeed in Field Trials. Especially in the USA, where Field Trials have evolved into long distance retrieving contests. Where the more streamlined build and sheer speed of the dog will give you the edge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are other reasons for choosing an American Lab if you intend to compete, but those are more concerned with the temperament of the dog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"670\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/show-670x1024.jpg\" alt=\"photo of a black american lab above a yellow english lab\" class=\"wp-image-15938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/show-670x1024.jpg 670w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/show-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/show-768x1175.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/show-696x1064.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/show-275x420.jpg 275w, https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/11\/show.jpg 850w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 670px) 100vw, 670px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Differences in temperament<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In broad terms, Labradors bred from show lines as pets, have a fairly robust temperament. They tend to be outgoing and friendly. Perhaps a little over-friendly when young!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to temperament American or working type Labs, they may be a little less into meeting and greeting the whole world and a little more into focusing on their family and handler in particular. But there are further differences when it comes to&nbsp; different regions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the UK for example, where competitive training methods have traditionally avoided much force, working retrievers have been increasingly bred to be sensitive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The more sensitive your dog is, the less force is needed in training. On the other side of the coin the very sensitive dog is more likely to give up when faced with challenges. So there is a balance to be had.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;In the UK we have erred on the side of sensitivity and this is important because when sensitivity goes to far, it results in reactivity. And I am seeing more problems with reactivity in dogs from working lines now, than I have in the past. I\u2019ll explain why this is important to you, in a moment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the USA long distance retrieves can be very complex and challenging. A dog may have to enter and exit water several times en route to a retrieve. Dogs are taught to push on in the face of pain, from an early age. And a dog with too much sensitivity would probably not make the grade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps this is the reason that I see less reports of extremes of sensitivity in American Labs born in the USA. And if you are resident in the USA, the over-sensitivity issue may not be a problem for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Differences in energy and excitability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All Labradors are boisterous when young, but show Labs tend to become chilled out as they mature, while some of their field bred cousins remain high energy dogs throughout their lives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These generalisms do not always apply to your dog! I had one pure working type Lab and one part work\/part show type Lab that were close in age. My working type Labrador Tess, was quite sensible by the time her first birthday arrived. My mainly show dog Rachael was still not a grown-up at ten!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which is the best temperament?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where I have changed my views somewhat over the years.&nbsp; Most of my Labs have been from working lines, and in many decades, and many labs,&nbsp; I have only had two Labs that were reactive. The first was over thirty years ago, and with more experience I would not have purchased the puppy whose mother was aloof.&nbsp; That would be a warning sign to me now.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More recently I am increasingly coming across reports of reactive dogs from working lines. Both from pet owners that are seeking help, and from other trainers that are being asked for help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you want a Labrador from working lines, either because you prefer the look of them or because you want a hunting companion, then you need to look very carefully at both parents of your future puppy. You are looking for confident, trusting dogs that are friendly and comfortable being around strangers and other dogs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Word About Trainability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Labrador has a quick mind as well as a quick body, and lives to please. Because of this and because of their more sensitive nature, the working strain Labrador can be easier to train to an advanced level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s worth repeating that extremes of sensitivity can lead to nervousness, and reactivity can be a problem in some working lines. Reactive dogs make very challenging pets and a robust confidence, with no trace of shyness, is an important characteristic to look for in the parents of your puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Outdoors in the open, American Labradors may have very strong hunting instincts and be more likely to pursue your local wildlife if not supervised and well trained. This can be a problem for those living in rural areas or exercising their dogs in countryside populated with rabbits or squirrels! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some (not most) American Labs will have so much &#8216;drive&#8217; that an inexperienced owner will struggle to gain control on their daily walks together. Especially if they don&#8217;t pay enough attention to the dog. This is something to consider if you like to relax and chat with friends whilst out walking your dog off the leash.Working bred labs respond best to lots of human contact, a structured training program, and a more managed approach to exercise outdoors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other side of the coin, as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/6-month-old-labrador-your-six-months-puppy-questions-answered\/\">juveniles<\/a>, some English Labs can be over-friendly and distractible which can be a challenge, especially if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/how-to-exercise-your-labrador\/\">exercise your dog<\/a> in busy dog parks around a lot of other dogs. But it&#8217;s generally an easier issue to solve than a dog with a propensity to pursue the local wildlife. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One final thought, in the UK, working labs are less likely to be prone to whining than show Labs. Simply because noise is a disqualifying fault in a field trial and has been &#8216;bred out&#8217; of working lines to an extent. As you can see, there&#8217;s a lot to consider. And of course, these are broad generalizations. All dogs are individuals and the very best guide to how your dog will turn out, it to meet <em>and get to know<\/em>, both parents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>English or American &#8211; how to choose<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a Labrador for a pet, for long walks, fun with the kids, an all round family dog, then an English Lab, that is to say a Labrador from show lines, is a perfectly good choice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is not to say you should rule out Labs from working lines. Usually, when you buy a puppy from a breeder, the stud dog is not available for you to meet. But perhaps, and especially if you are in the UK, be very insistent on meeting <em>both<\/em> parents, if you are buying from working lines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are intending to compete with your dog, and especially if you are looking for a dog that you can compete in Field Trials, in either the USA or Europe, you really do need a Labrador from working lines. An American Lab will have the speed, agility, and trainability that will give you a chance of success.&nbsp;The same applies to dog agility. American Labs have good focus, tend to be attentive to their handler and responsive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/labrador-training\/\">to training<\/a>. And have the flexibility and speed to succeed in this very competitive sport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you simply want to train your family dog as a hunting companion, you may want to look for an American Lab, but don\u2019t rule out an English Lab. Many of them make perfectly good hunting companions and most still have a decent retrieving instinct.&nbsp;The truth is, that many English Labs will do a passable job of fetching a bird for you. And many American Labs will do a good job of being your family pet. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I first heard the term English lab and American Lab many years ago when I joined retriever training and hunting forums to hang out with other folks that shared my passion for working Labrador Retrievers.&nbsp; I soon discovered that in American hunting circles, the term English Lab was not a compliment. 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