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 must understand that a Labrador Retriever is genetically designed to have an oral fixation, specifically... 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 most of these dogs are house pets today and do not hunt, they are just as driven when chasing... Read More