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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... -
Puppy’s First Days at Home!
A few tips from us…making the first days and first weeks an easy transition… I hope that you will enjoy your new puppy, and that he/she will soon feel a part of your family. Have patience, as it may... -
Aggression in Labradors?
OK, so you probably laughed out loud while reading the title of this, didn’t you?? I know, aggression is NOT typically found in this breed. In fact, I hear most people say their labs would be the easiest dog... -
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... -
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... -
Temperament – Gender Profiling in Canines?
Temperament in Canines I often have people ask if they should buy a male or female lab…again, we choose for temperament in all colors, all litters, which carries through to all SEXES…and some people will give me the same... -
Books we recommend
Books we recommend for new pup owners. All my clients ask me what books I recommend they read before getting a pup… books we recommend: ****The Art of Raising a Puppy, by the Monks of New Skete Labrador...