Feeding your Labrador

Allergies – Could it be??

Does your dog scratch, bite, lick at its skin or coat? Marley, a Springer Spaniel, was always licking and chewing at her feet. Her owner, Lin, didn’t know what to do about it, but she knew it was driving...

Looking for an Alternative Method of Flea and Tick Control?

Fleas, ticks, and internal parasites are one of the many enemies you sign up for when being a pet owner.  There are multiple flea and tick preventatives out there, but as always here, we like to try a holistic...

Dental Hygiene- Studies show dental disease linked to heart/liver disease, kidney failure

How often and necessary are teeth cleanings for your dog? Honestly, every dog is different!  There are a few things you can do to help aid in keeping your dog’s mouth a more cleanly place and prevent oral diseases....

Are All Labradors Plagued With Allergies?

I’ve had a lot of people ask me to write more about allergies in labs… so here it is!  One should not have to EXPECT allergy issues with their lab, however, there are many triggers of these skin issues...

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...

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...

Is Your Dog a Picky Eater?! The Answer is HERE!!!

Ok, ok, I know I’m stuck on nutrition right now… but how can I not be??? It’s so important! And sometimes your pets don’t make it easy on you!     What do we do when our kids don’t...

How Raw Diet Can Benefit Your Dog

Which kinds of treats are OK for my dog?

Weight Maintenance – Is my dog overweight?

Weight Maintenance: Remember, a lean dog is healthier than an overweight dog, and puts less stress on his joints AND internal organs. If you don’t give your pup enough nutrition, it can stunt its growth and development of bone...