Category: Chocolate Labradors

Learn how to tell if your precious puppy isn't feeling well

Does My Labrador Need to See a Veterinarian?

By julie on Feb 17, 2011 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Featured, Labrador General, Labrador Health, Labrador Nutrition, labrador retrievers, Pure bred, Uncategorized, Working Labradors, Yellow Labradors

Dogs, unlike human beings, can’t speak up and let you know if they don’t feel well. That’s why, if you’re a conscientious Labrador Retriever owner, you need to know how to read your lab, and sense behavior that is “out of the ordinary” for your specific pet.

Making the Labrador a Part of Your Life

By julie on Feb 04, 2011 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Featured, Labrador General, Labrador Grooming, Labrador Health, Labrador Nutrition, Labrador Pup dog, labrador retrievers, Labrador Training, Pure bred, Working Labradors, Yellow Labradors

The ownership of a Labrador Retriever can be a wonderful addition to your family. Yet like any other ‘new addition,’ either human or animal, a Lab brings with it a whole host of duties and responsibilities.

Labs have played many roles in their history

The Role of the Labrador Retriever in World History

By admin on Feb 04, 2011 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Labrador General, Labrador Hunting, labrador retrievers, Working Labradors, Yellow Labradors

Everyone knows that the Labrador Retriever is a beautiful, friendly animal; some may not realize, though, that this diverse canine has a rich history and fills many important roles in the lives of their owners.

Adopting a Labrador in Need of a Loving Home

By julie on Sep 20, 2010 in adopt dog, Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Dog obedience training, Featured, Labrador General, Labrador Health, Labrador Pup dog, Labrador Rescues, Labrador Retriever Forum, labrador retrievers, Labrador Training, Labrador Training, Pure bred, Uncategorized, Yellow Labradors

If you are looking for a new dog to add to your family, consider adopting a Labrador that has been rescued and is looking for a new home.We all know that puppies are soft and cuddly but they do turn into a adult dogs. Here are some good points to consider when it comes to choosing a puppy verses an older dog.

Finding The Perfect Labrador Breeder

By julie on Sep 19, 2010 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Featured, Labrador General, Labrador Health, Labrador Nutrition, Labrador Pup dog, Labrador Retriever Forum, labrador retrievers, Pure bred, Yellow Labradors

Dog breeders are easy to find, but qualified dog breeders are an altogether rare group indeed. Once you have decided that you want that perfect little Labrador puppy you’ll need to find a responsible and reputable breeder that raises and specializes in that breed of dog.

Are Dog Parks a Good Idea?

By julie on Aug 23, 2010 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Featured, Grey labradors, Labrador General, Labrador Health, Labrador Pup dog, Labrador Retriever Forum, labrador retrievers, Labrador Sports, Yellow Labradors

In the opinion of this writer…..yes. As the owner of two Labradors under the age of three, I have come to realize that exercise is essential to a happy dog as well as a happy owner. I am part of the 70% of dog owners who believe that my beloved pooches are part of my family. Now that all my children have left the “nest”, trips to the dog park have replaced earlier trips to the playground and more recently, endless trips to sporting events. I no longer discuss SAT scores, the best colleges and curriculums, but have migrated to simpler subjects such as the perfect dog food, the best fetching toys, and the love that I have for the two devoted dogs who love me unconditionally and are always happy to see me….always.

How to Combat Obesity in Older Labradors

By admin on Jul 30, 2010 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Grey labradors, Labrador General, Labrador Grooming, Labrador Health, Labrador Nutrition, Labrador Pup dog

Labradors are often a popular choice among dog owners with an active lifestyle; this breed is known for demanding plenty of activity, so they are often found outside running, playing Frisbee, and even swimming with their owners. They are also known for their sometimes ravenous appetites, which can lead to weight problems, especially in the later years. Injury or other diseases can also contribute to obesity due to lack of physical activity. Just as people battling obesity are prone to heart and respiratory problems, obese dogs are also at risk, so it is very important to learn how to combat obesity in older Labradors.

How to Teach a Labrador Retriever New Tricks 

By julie on Jun 20, 2010 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Dog obedience training, Featured, Labrador General, Labrador Pup dog, Labrador Retriever Forum, labrador retrievers, Labrador Sports, Labrador Training, Labrador Training, Working Labradors, Yellow Labradors

Your Labrador retriever is smart and wants to learn tricks, if for no other reason than to please you. Happy, well-adjusted dogs are the ones who are allowed playtime, romping, running, games and learning to keep their minds and bodies agile. A bored dog will exhibit signs by digging, chewing, wandering off or barking incessantly. It will help everyone in your family, especially your Lab, if you take the time to train them, discipline them and love them in equal measures.

How to Determine the Personality of a Labrador Puppy

By julie on May 19, 2010 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Featured, Labrador General, Labrador Health, Labrador Pup dog, labrador retrievers, Labrador Training, Yellow Labradors

So you want an adorable, cuddly, bouncy, drooling Labrador puppy. Are you sure it has the right temperament for you and your family, and do you know how to tell one delightful little puppy’s personality from another? As a rule, Labradors are less whiney and insecure than other breeds, and not prone to territoriality or possessiveness. They do grow to be quite large however, and will chew (on just about anything) as puppies. They are evenly tempered and great with kids, and will run like crazy when you give them room. If you need a slobbery tennis ball retrieved, this is the breed for you.

How To Groom A Labrador Retriever

By julie on May 06, 2010 in Black Labradors, Chocolate Labradors, Featured, Grey labradors, Labrador General, Labrador Grooming, Labrador Health, Labrador Nutrition, Labrador Pup dog, labrador retrievers

Labradors may be the most popular large dog breeds. Easy to care for, friendly and intelligent, Labradors offer years of companionship to their owners. One thing sometimes holds people back from selecting a Labrador as a family pet: Grooming. Luckily, grooming a Labrador can be easy, if you just know how.