Pitbull Lab Mix
The Pitbull Lab Mix, also known as the Labrabull or the Pit Lab Mix, is a hybrid mix breed dog resulting from breeding the Pitbull and the Labrador Retriever. This is a friendly, high energy dog. I am sure that just mentioning this makes one really think whether this is the dog for them. Being that the two demeanors seem opposite it makes for an interesting mix. Continue reading below to see pictures, videos, and learn more about the beautiful Pitbull Lab Mix. Note that this hybrid can consist of the black lab, yellow lab, or chocolate lab.
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Here are some pictures of the Pitbull Lab Mix
Pitbull Lab Mix History
All hybrid or designer dogs are tough to get a good read on as there isn’t much history to them. Breeding specific dogs like this has become common in the last twenty years or so even though I am sure that this mixed breed found it’s share of dogs to the shelter due to accidental breeding. We will take a closer look at the history of both parent breeds below. If you are looking at breeders for new, designer dogs please beware of Puppy Mills. These are places that mass produce puppies, specifically for profit and don’t care at all about the dogs. Please sign our petition to stop puppy mills.
Great video of a Pit Lab Mix:
Labrador Retriever History:
The Labrador Retriever has consistently ranked as the most popular purebred dog in the United States and the United Kingdom for more than 10 years, according to the American Kennel Club. They make great family pets as well as a companion, show dog, hunting dog, canine athlete, guide dog, service dog, sniffer dog, search and rescue dog, and therapy dog. They are very active dogs that need daily exercise and mental stimulation. When they start to become bored and destructive is when they miss their exercise.
People who research this stuff have a couple of different theories about how the breed came to be called the Labrador. The first is that it was borrowed from the Spanish word for laborer — labrador — which is certainly a fitting description. The second is that it is related to the dogs that accompanied Portuguese fishermen who trawled the Grand Banks off the coast of Labrador and its neighbor Newfoundland. The British who visited Newfoundland appreciated the dogs’ abilities - swimmer, easygoing, hard worker, and brought them back to England. They then made their way back to North America in the early 1900’s. American sportsmen who admired their positive traits brought them back over.
Pitbull History:
I know it is hard to believe today, but bear and bull baiting was a popular spectator sport in the 1800s. This led to the foundation of the breed, to partake in this activity. As archaic as it sounds, when it was banned dog fighting took its place. Fighting has been in their blood and their lineage for generations. They were bred to be powerful, courageous, and aggressive. Being that their handlers didn’t want them acting aggressively towards them, they only wanted them to be aggressive towards other animals or later dogs. They can still be rather docile towards their handlers today. When they made it across the pond to America they were bred to be larger and were used as farm dogs. They would help hunt, guard and be a companion.
When bred responsibly, this is a confident, strong but gentle dog. He is alert but is not aggressive unless he has to protect you from a real threat. He loves people and having company and wants to be at the center of it all as much as possible. He might just jump in your lap while you are watching T.V and have no idea that he is there.
Awesome videos of Pitbull Lab Mix puppies
Rudy, the Pit Lab Mix:
Pitbull Lab Mix Size and Weight
PITBULL
Height: 19 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 35 - 65 lb.
Lifespan: 8 -15 years
LAB
Height: 22 - 24 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 55 - 79 lb.
Lifespan: 10-14 years
Pitbull Lab Mix Personality
The Labrabull is an alert and protective dog. They take traits from both parents and are powerful, loyal and enthusiastic. All dogs need proper socialization and he is no different. He can be aggressive if he thinks he or you are being threatened. Early socialization helps take care of this. He responds well to positive reinforcement, like all dogs. He is intelligent so training should be moderately easy. He should be rather affectionate and enjoy spending lots of time with you. Don’t plan on leaving him alone for long periods as he won’t do well alone. He wants to be with the “pack.”
Pitbull Lab Mix Health
All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems as all breeds are susceptible to some things more than others. However, the one positive thing about getting a puppy is that you can avoid this as much as possible. A breeder should absolutely offer a health guarantee on puppies. If they won’t do this, then look no more and don’t consider that breeder at all. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about health problems in the breed and the incidence with which they occur. Health clearances prove that a dog has been tested for and cleared of a particular condition.
The Chocolate lab mixed with the Pitbull might be prone to OCD, eye problems, heart problems, epilepsy, myopathy, bloat, hypothyroidism, joint dysplasia, acute moist dermatitis, cold tail, ear infections and allergies.
Pitbull Lab Mix Care
What are the grooming requirements?
They both have a very short coat and shed. Get ready to invest in a good vacuum if you want to keep your floors clean! Give them baths as needed, but not so much that you dry out their skin.
What are the exercise requirements?
Never tie your dog up outside - that is inhumane and not fair to him. Plan on taking them for extremely long walks and hikes to keep their energy level down. A tired dog is a good dog. This is not a good dog for a couch potato as he wants to be active with his people. This mix is more than likely going to have a rather high energy level, so make sure to keep that in mind before getting one.
What are the training requirements?
All dogs respond best to positive reinforcement. So make sure to praise her when she does well. She is an intelligent dog who loves to please, and loves a physical challenge. The more exercise she gets the easier she will be to train. Proper socialization is imperative to all dogs and puppies. Make sure to take her to the park and doggy day care to get her around as many people and dogs as possible.
Pitbull Lab Mix Feeding
A lot of times diet is done on a per-dog basis. Each one is unique and has different dietary requirements. Most dogs in the U.S. are overweight. A mix like this one that is prone to hip and elbow dysplasia should really be on fish oil and glucosamine and chondroitin supplements as soon as possible. Overfeeding any dog is not a good idea as that can really exacerbate health problems such as elbow and hip dysplasia.
A good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet.