Chocolate Lab breeders bring us the fascinating chocolate colored Labradors, and loyal friend of humans through centuries. Here's everything you need to know about these breeders.

Chocolate Lab breeders - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   Chocolate Lab breeders must belong to professional organizations like the AKC (American Kennel Club), UKC (United Kennel Club) or the NKC (National Kennel Club).

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   Chocolate Lab breeders ensure that the Chocolate Lab you are taking home is genetically pure as per the breed's AKC definition, details of lineage, ancestry and championship status and above all, free from any genetic or medical complications.

3. How to Find:

   Professional dog organizations maintain an exhaustive list of Chocolate Lab breeders.

4. What to Expect:

   A Chocolate Lab breeder will provide you with complete information on the dog breed, its ancestors, parents, championship status and medical records. In addition, the breeder will always be available for help on feeding, training or other issues. Breeders often offer a guarantee of the dog supplied.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   A breeder should maintain health and hygiene standards. Breeders should have designated areas for grooming, medical procedures, play areas and isolation areas.

Chocolate Lab breeders - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   Average litter size is between 4 to 14, and the usual number of births is between 6 to 8.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   Chocolate Lab puppies can be bought when they are 2 to 4 weeks old.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

   A puppy should be active and housed in a clean, warm surrounding. The puppy should have a broad skull, wide nose and small drop ears set far back. The puppy should have a soft and soothing expression.

4. Registry:

   Preferably your puppy should be registered with a professional dog organization.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   Dogs from Chocolate Lab breeders should have a short, straight back and a wide strong body. The tail should have a thick base tapering along the length, with no feathering on it.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   Chocolate Lab breeders are likely to charge you between $700 to $1600.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   Your breeder should encourage you to meet the pup's parents and should be ready with medical and ancestry records and championship status, if any.

Chocolate Lab breeders - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   You must enquire about the reputation and track record of the breeder from knowledgeable people like the local vet, responsible friends, dog enthusiasts and professional organizations.

2. Pet Health:

   Chocolate Labs are susceptible to some serious eye problems at a later age and some enzyme and orthopedic disorders as well.

3. Assurances:

   Your breeder will give a written document assuring the quality of the dog and help in case of behavioral or medical emergencies.