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  Labrador Retriever Labrador Retrievers Alberta    or just "Lab" as it is commonly referred, is a member of the Sporting Group and is America's most popular dog. As a lovable companion or a working dog in the field, this versatile breed adapts to many different environments and has been delighting dog owners since the 1800s. Their docile nature makes them perfect for companionship and they are commonly used as service dogs for this reason. History The earliest known ancestor of the Labrador Retriever was called the St. John's water dog, brought over to Newfoundland, Canada from England by fishermen in the early 1800s. These dogs needed to be agile swimmers to retrieve items from the sea and be great hunting companions while on land. Two different variations of the St. John's water dog would begin appearing shortly after settling in Canada. One variation of this breeding would be a larger dog with long hair used by working class for hauling and fishing, while the