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Silver Labrador Quiz

Black, yellow, chocolate and silver? Test what you know about the color, the controversy and the health of silver Labs.

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  1. What is a silver Lab, genetically?

    The dilution lightens chocolate to a silvery gray.

  2. Which gene locus controls dilution?

    Two copies make a silver coat.

  3. What does the B locus decide?

    The E locus decides whether color is expressed.

  4. Which breed do some people think introduced the dilute gene into Labs?

    Nobody has solid proof either way.

  5. How does the AKC register a silver Lab with two registered Labrador parents?

    The AKC does not list silver as a separate color.

  6. Which skin condition is linked to the dilution gene?

    It causes thinning hair and flaky or itchy patches.

  7. How much does a male Labrador usually weigh?

    Females usually weigh 55 to 70 pounds.

  8. What should you ask a silver Lab breeder about?

    Most Labs live around 12 years.

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