Well if Stam and Dave say lab...Then I guess a lab it is! Thanks for the story blue water... helps to know that they will jump in the fray if absolutely necessary. Does anyone know of any good sources for pups? I'd like to start with one fairly young so it can "grow up" with the kids. Not real keen on the idea of getting one at a shelter. I do really like the idea of a lab shepherd mix too... hmmmm decisions decisions!