LABRADOR: THE STORY OF THE WORLD'S FAVOURITE DOG. By Ben Fogle.

(2015) later reprint. Large 8vo (152 x 232mm). Ppviii,264. Colour and b/w photographs.

." Labradors are the most popular breed of dog in the world.. ..But where did the breed originally come from? How did it develop? When did black, yellow and chocolate Labradors first appear? Did they really all come from Labrador in Canada and are they really all related to just one dog? In this first history of the Labrador, writer, presenter and long-time dog lover Ben Fogle goes in search of what makes Labradors so special.. ..Exploring their origin, early characteristics, their use as gun dogs, as therapy dogs, as police dogs, as search and rescue dogs and last - and absolutely not least - as family pets, Ben tells the story of a dog which has captured our imagination and love for hundreds of years." Chapters include: The beginning of the end; Salty sea dogs; Fishy tails; Banchory Bolo and Ben; The incredible journey; Blue-blooded hound; Rock and rollover; The nose knows; Yellow coats; All the presidents' dogs; Lab of all trades; Labs of war; The end of the Incas; A perfect storm.