Wow!  Labrador Retrievers are the most popular dogs, the easiest to train, smart, most loyal, and hardest working dogs.  Traditionally a dog for hunters, Labs would retrieve the animal or bird shot.  Labs make excellent pets for children as they won’t bite, and can be trained as service/guide dogs as well as for other jobs.  It’s interesting to be able to compare a Lab to other breeds.  All breeds have something worthwhile, but also something you have to learn to either love or put up with.  Labs seem to be well-suited for just about any situation, just be prepared to take care of it, and they will be your best friend for life.