America’s Favourite Companion: The Labrador Retriever cover art

America’s Favourite Companion: The Labrador Retriever

 Preview

Get 30 days of Premium Plus free

£8.99/month after 30-day free trial. Cancel monthly.
Try for £0.00
More purchase options
Buy Now for £6.99

Buy Now for £6.99

About this listen

Few breeds embody joy, loyalty, and versatility as perfectly as the Labrador Retriever. With their wagging tails, soulful eyes, and boundless enthusiasm for life, Labradors have held the number-one spot in popularity rankings for decades. But what is it about this breed that makes it such a beloved fixture in homes, workplaces, and even cultural imagination around the world?

In America’s Favourite Companion: The Labrador Retriever, Elira Wren takes readers on a journey through the history, temperament, health, and enduring appeal of one of the most iconic dogs of all time. Blending fascinating breed insights with practical knowledge, this book explores the Labrador in all its dimensions—working partner, family pet, and devoted friend.

Inside you will discover:

The Unbeatable Temperament – Labradors are famously friendly, patient, and gentle, thriving in family environments and building bonds that last a lifetime.

A Sharp Mind – Their intelligence, combined with an eagerness to please, makes them one of the easiest and most rewarding breeds to train.

English vs. American Types – Understand the differences between stockier, calmer show-line Labradors and their leaner, high-energy working-line cousins.

Boundless Energy –

©2025 Deep Vision Media t/a Zentara UK (P)2025 Deep Vision Media t/a Zentara UK Dogs Pets & Animal Care
All stars
Most relevant

Listener received this title free

Easy to Listen, Hard to Forget "I finished this in a few sittings during my daily walks. It’s organized perfectly and avoids confusing jargon. If you want to understand the 'why' behind the Labrador’s status as America’s favorite, this is the definitive guide.

Practical and accessible

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

Unlocking Their Potential "I loved the section on their intelligence. Sometimes we forget how smart Labs are because they’re so goofy, but this book shows you how to channel that energy into rewarding training. Great tips for keeping their sharp minds busy

Smart tips for a smart dog

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

English vs. American Explained I finally understand the difference between the stockier English Lab and the high-energy American type! This book does a great job of breaking down the physical and personality traits of both. It’s essential listening if you’re trying to decide which type of Labrador is right for your lifestyle.

Fascinating breed distinctions

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

Beyond just history, the sections on their 'sharp minds' and eagerness to please gave me great ideas for training my young pup. It’s practical, easy to follow, and highlights the best ways to channel a Labrador's high energy into positive behaviors.

Practical training tips

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

They Really Know the Breed "The author clearly loves Labs. The descriptions of their 'soulful eyes' and 'boundless enthusiasm' are so accurate. It covers everything from health to their role as working partners. It’s a very well-rounded listen for any dog lover.

Highly relatable

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
See more reviews