Can I give my LAB raw bones from the grocery store?

Great question — giving dogs bones can be super rewarding for them, but there are some safety things to keep in mind. The short answer is: yes, you can give your dogs raw bones from the grocery store, but...

How can I build my Lab’s VOCABULARY?

So you think your dog is smart? I think he IS…CHECK THIS OUT!!! He can learn a LOT of WORDS!!! For instance, toddlers can write, memorize, draw, and solve problems. They even can count to a certain number. In...

How Smart is Your Labrador?

How smart is your lab? If you base it on social media, you’d think they’re extremely intelligent. They seem to be the equivalent of four-footed humans in fur coats, at least sometimes. Research of late has done a lot...

How to prevent and stop “COUNTER-SURFING”

*How to Stop Your Dog from Counter Surfing** Countersurfing is a common issue where dogs help themselves to food or items on countertops. Here’s how to curb this behavior: **Manage the Environment:** Keep counters clear of food and tempting...

“Was ‘Marley’ from “Marley & ME” an Endless Mt. Labrador?”

Well, the answer is NO… Marley was NOT an Endless Mt. Labrador.  But many have heard that we have a connection to the story of “Marley and Me”, and that is true. In the book, Marley and Me, John...

DO NOT BUY A PUPPY OR DOG UNTIL YOU READ THIS!!! (Donna’s full-length memoir/Labrador History)

So you want a puppy? Should you adopt From a breeder? What do you need to know before you start your quest?  What are the pitfalls to avoid? Also:  You’ve found the perfect “furbaby,” now what? Discover the best...

SEPARATION ANXIETY IN CANINES–CAUSES AND TREATMENTS

“My dog has never enjoyed being left alone and has had a tendency to whine and make a fuss when I leave the house, but over the last year, her anxiety seems to have become unmanageable for her. I...

Why does my Lab behave badly at the front door?

I had a friend who said that their dog has always been rather barky and excitable at the front door, but recently he’s been nearly unmanageable when someone calls. He’ll barge in front of them, bark and jump at...

HOW DO I GET MY LABRADOR TO STOP NUISANCE BARKING?

How do I get my dog to stop barking annoyingly?  There are multiple reasons why a dog barks. Dog’s may bark because they’re curious, warning others of danger, prompting you to play and to discipline the young. These forms...

HOW DO I GET MY LAB TO STOP CHEWING?

Try to teach him something new. Keep a basket of chew toys on every level and rotate them often. Hide new toys underneath the old toys and let him discover them. Make sure his chew toys are enticing and...