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How to Break Your Lab of the Jumping Up Habit
Is There A Habit Of Jumping? Does your dog jump up on you or others that come to your house?? Worried about an accidental injury? Dogs often learn this habit as puppies, but you will soon end up with... -
Cancer in Labradors?
Is Cancer in Labradors found commonly? We have been SO fortunate to have never experienced cancer in our labs, firsthand. But I can’t tell you how many people come to us after losing their beloved lab to this... -
What’s in a Name?
Choosing a name for your labrador Finding the perfect name for your new canine companion can be a challenge! Trust me, after over 30 years of breeding and naming dogs, it starts to get difficult to still come... -
How to Find a Veterinarian for Your Labrador!
Choosing A Veterinarian Carefully. Finding a good veterinarian can be easier said than done. I always have clients asking me what questions they should ask, what to look for, etc. So I decided to write a blog post on... -
Does Your Labrador Snack on His Poo?
OK it sounds funny… but really! We’ve had people ask in the past about their labs eating their own poop in the yard. We recently saw quite the funniest post from “It’s A Lab Thing” (http://www.itsalabthing.com/deer-labby-my-labrador-eats-poop), in which they... -
My Old Labrador is like a Fine Wine
Labradors are like wine… they just get better with age. 🙂 I LOVE senior Labradors. Love the wise faces, the graying chins, the soft loving eyes. The way they still lay at your feet in awe of you, as... -
Rainy Days and Labradors…
So as I sit here at my desk on this rainy Monday, with not one, but three labs sleeping at my feet… I feel inspired to share some sweet, sleepy, Monday appropriate labby pictures with you all. 🙂 These... -
How to Keep your Labrador Cool in the Summer!!!
Looking forward to that Summer sun and heat??? Here are a few ways to help keep your lab cooled off and happy this Summer! Remember, the Labrador Retriever was originally bred for some pretty cold temps. 1. Go... -
ATTENTION: All First Time Dog Owners!
Calling All First Time Dog Owners! Thinking of getting your family’s first dog?? Labs are in fact great family dogs, but regardless of the breed you decide on, EVERY first time dog owner needs to FIRST do their research!... -
Learn the SHOCKING truth about Silver Labradors!!!
SHOCKING TRUTH: Silver Labradors – Purebred or Not? Has anyone else wondered about these new “designer” colored labs??? Are these Silver Labradors purebred? Are they not? The general notion seems to be that they are rare and...