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A Lesson in Labrador Coat Color Inheritance
As we know (and is accepted as AKC standard), Labradors come in three colors: yellow, black, and chocolate. Yes I know there are those now breeding “silver” labradors, but the AKC does not recognize it as a registered color,... -
Labbies and Babies: The Labrador Retriever and the Growing Family
Dear young family, …new parents, … and seasoned parents looking for the first family pet, I am a firm believer that children should grow up with a dog. And, surprise! I believe that dog should be a lab. 🙂... -
Should I Microchip My Dog?
A microchip is a permanent method of electronic identification. The chip itself is very small – about the size of a grain of rice – and is implanted subcutaneously (just under the skin) between the shoulder blades at the back of... -
Signs Your Dog May Like a Companion
#1. Enjoys the Dog Parks Your dog plays well with other dogs at the dog park and is never aggressive. #2. Willing to Share If your Lab shares well with other pets, its likely he’ll share a bed... -
22 Ways to Socialize Your New Puppy
Congratulations! You are officially a new puppy parent! 🙂 (Or soon to be!) This will be, indisputably, one of the most challenging, but rewarding endeavors of your life. The first 16 weeks of a puppy’s life are the most formative…... -
In Labradors – What is PRA : Progressive Retinal Atrophy
So you’re shopping for a new puppy, and you’re scouring over countless websites of breeders listing the various health clearances that they test for in their dogs… and you see a flurry of letters and abbreviations, including PRA. What... -
It’s OK to love again…
I’m often asked this question by inquiring clients… “I just lost my (insert pet’s name)… How long should I wait before getting a puppy?” People frequently call us after losing a beloved canine family member, asking about our upcoming... -
How Far Would You Go For Your Pet?
Of the many questions I’m asked in preparation for bringing a new pup into the home, one of the most common asked, is if pet insurance is necessary. Pet insurance is a fairly new phenomena that has many people... -
Thank You Labrador Lovers…
Thank You To The Community of Labrador Lovers So I’m sitting here trying to think of a topic to blog about… and all I can do is scroll down through more and more comments and pictures on our Endless... -
How Can Pet Owners Prevent Dogs from Reproducing – If They Don’t Spay or Neuter???
Dear Pet Owner, Good question!! This is often the response to recommendations against spaying or neutering your dog too early, or at all. We get comments like, “Well if you don’t spay or neuter them, they’ll end up having...