For many years, Chocolate Labrador Retrievers were trained for hunting and retrieving ducks and other waterfowl. Over the years, the breed has transformed a bit, and many modern families decide they ...

Who doesn’t love a retriever? They’re smart, athletic, obedient, and biddable dogs that love to work. They also love to please their owners. Plus, the best duck hunting dogs will also make you a more ...

The other day, raindrops dimpled already wet grass as I walked into a field with four Labradors. This was in the middle of summer, and there were months to spare before autumn, when ducks fly and ...

ALONG THE RICE RIVER — The thermometer in the truck read 19 degrees when we pulled on waders and walked down to the water in the dark, but it felt much colder. Ice already covered the back bays on the ...

For waterfowl hunters who want a lower-maintenance coat and a dog that hits the water hard in cold conditions, the Labrador is the stronger choice. For hunters who want a versatile retriever that also ...

For most duck hunters, the Labrador retriever is the best all-around choice: trainable, versatile, and proven in cold water. For hunters who want a breed that handles brutal conditions and doubles as ...