| Labrador Retriever | | | | The Standard Poodle |
| A lab can be a very gentle and calm companion, but if | | | | No, not the little yappy fellow, but the original deal. The |
| you look at his history the lab was bred as a retrieving | | | | standard poodle weighs in at around 45-55 pounds |
| dog. He likes to have work and purpose, and physical | | | | and is a sturdy and intelligent dog who thrives on |
| exercise is important for his mental health. A lab is a | | | | owner interaction. Poodles have fairly high energy and |
| great dog to take into the woods. His thick coat will | | | | love to exercise. The breed was actually once used |
| keep him warm, and when in the water his strong tail | | | | for retrieving ducks, and thus they love any water |
| acts as a rudder. Labs are also great with children, and | | | | sports. Poodles are also good with older children and |
| make a great all-around dog package. | | | | are friendly with strangers as well. |
| | | | Of course, there are many other breeds who would |
| The English Setter was bred as a hunting dog, and | | | | do well in your active lifestyle. Don't forget to check |
| loves to run and retrieve. He is patient and intelligent, | | | | out the pound either; where many athletic mixed |
| making him a good choice for families with older | | | | breeds are just waiting for a new home. Good luck |
| children as well. English Setters love mental challenges, | | | | finding your new canine companion, and may you stay |
| and would have great fun with agility courses or simply | | | | happy and fit. |
| going on a daily run with you. | | | | |