They were particularly appreciated during the Vietnam War, where their sturdy constitutions allowed them to work in the unfamiliar tropical conditions without physical discomfort. In the late 1980s, a Labrador retriever called Chilbrook Mandingo was named America's first Toxic Waste Detection Dog. This superdog can detect toxic waste that has been buried under three feet of earth for up to six months. And for certain toxic substances, Chilbrook Mandingo's nose is more powerful and more accurate than any man-made detecting instrument. A Labrador retriever is a pedigree without pretension.
Labs work hard and they play hard.
Just by being its wonderful self, this dog has captivated dog lovers across America and around the world.