Choosing a Collar for your Labrador

Choosing a collar for your Labrador If you’re anything like me, you probably enjoy buying things for your dog more than you enjoy spending money on yourself. I buy things for Monty whenever I have some spare cash. Usually toys or treats, impulse purchases, the kind of things you don’t have to put too much thought into.  A couple of years ago I had a thing about buying him collars.... Read More

The MAGIC Word That Solves Most Labrador Behaviour Problems.

The MAGIC Word That Solves Most Labrador Behaviour Problems Recently, I have read quite a few posts on forums about Labradors that jump up on visitors to their homes. A lot of people don’t know how to deal with jumping and a jumping adult Labrador Retriever can be plain scary to some. This is an incredibly easy problem to fix. All it takes is one word: “Sit.” “Sit”... Read More

Is a Labrador Retriever the Right Breed for you?

Is a Labrador Retriever the right breed for you? Every year, countless Labrador Retrievers are given up because their owners simply didn’t know what they were letting themselves in for. This article isn’t aimed at putting you off the idea of getting a Labrador Retriever, it’s just an honest guide, based on my own experience, to the realities of bringing a Labrador Retriever... Read More

Labradors and ‘Mouthing’

‘Mouthing’ and your Labrador Retriever Many new Labrador Retriever owners are not familiar with the fact that these puppies have a natural tendency to nip and bite at human hands and arms. In fact, these little guys will put anything in their mouths that can fit. It’s important not to mistake this behaviour as pure biting and unfairly scold and punish the animal. You... Read More

Flyball for your Labrador Retriever

Flyball is a sport you and your Lab can both participate in and enjoy. It started in California in the United States in the early 1970s. It’s invention is credited to Herbert Wagner. He created a ball launcher. After a demonstration, he discovered both dogs and owners loved it. The spectators of the new sport also enjoyed it. The sport took off first in Canada and the United... Read More

Labrador Retrievers and Oral Fixation

Labrador Retrievers and Oral Fixation Labrador Retrievers were bred to be excellent hunting dogs with the power, stamina, and motivation to chase down fallen game and swim as far as needed to bring back the prey to its hunter. Even today, these dogs have an innate inner drive to retrieve. With utmost focus and determination, Labs take their retrieving jobs seriously. And even though... Read More

Are You Feeding Your Labrador To Death?

The majority of us enjoy indulging our pets with treats and food, we spoil our dogs with everything from treats to leftover scraps from the dinner table but it rarely comes to mind that we may actually be harming our dogs this way. With a great demand for pet food and treats, it’s become common to find doggie bakeries and frozen treats that cater to this growing industry.... Read More

Is Your Dog Being Bullied?

What are the signs of “dog bullying” and how can you prevent your dog from being bullied by other dogs? There are dogs out there that bully other dogs when in a “doggie environment”, such as a dog park, dog daycare, or a beach area designated for dogs and their owners. Often, bullying takes place in large groups, regardless of the size. Most of these dog... Read More

10 Steps To Help Deal With The Loss Of Your Dog

Sometimes special animals come into our lives and touch our hearts in a way that leaves us forever changed. A chapter ends as the familiar road you travelled together comes to an abrupt and. You are in uncharted territory without a map. Lost. The world as you know it may look totally different. Not everyone realizes that the bond between humans and their pets can be deeper than... Read More

3 Things You Can Count On With A Labrador

To completely understand the true nature of the Labrador Retriever, dog owners must have a firm grasp on the 3 most important aspects that make up this animal’s temperament and personality. 1. Labs Are Natural Born Hunters: Unlike most other hunting dog breeds, Labs do not just wait for its human hunting companion to command them to retrieve fallen birds. These dogs have... Read More