In Photos: National Puppy Day

The Kennel Club says that the labrador is the most popular of all pedigrees. The breed originated as a fisherman’s helper and its popularity is fuelled by the fact labradors are highly intelligent and affectionate.

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The English setter breed was first developed by Edward Laverack in the 1820s. The ‘setter’ name comes from the breed’s habit of crouching when out hunting.

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