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37 Of The Best Dog Memes EVER

Lucy Easton — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:22:56 +0000

Who doesn’t love a dog meme? Whether you want something to share that shows the world what a massive dog fan you are, how loyal your pet is, or just to make you laugh, we’ve got you covered. We have some fabulous doggy facebook pages where we love to create and share unique dog memes,...

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Simple Rules For Life With Dogs and Babies

Lucy Easton — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:47:00 +0000

You wouldn’t believe how controversial keeping a dog in a house with a baby can be. You can’t find a picture on the internet of a baby and a dog together without the comments section descending into chaos, with two hugely opposing sides. One will be sharing adoring anecdotes and sweet emojis, the other will...

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Crochet Labrador: How To Make Your Own Toy Dog

Lucy Easton — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:44:00 +0000

Would you like your very own handmade replica of your Labrador? A cute copy of your adorable pup, to proudly display in your home? The pattern below is for the yellow Lab puppy shown in the picture here, but you can adapt it to match your dog perfectly. *I have included links to products that...

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18 Reasons Labradors Make Great Pets

Lucy Easton — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 10:16:00 +0000

Just as no two people are the same, no two Labradors are either. But whilst each one of them is unique, there are still many common facets that Labradors share, which make them awesome family pets. Wonderful parts of their personality, as well as their distinctive look, ensure that this breed will always be dear...

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My Labrador won’t swim!

Pippa Mattinson — Sat, 18 May 2024 20:18:00 +0000

This is far more common than people might think. Not all Labs like water, at least not to begin with. But all Labradors enjoy swimming if helped to overcome their initial fear or reluctance to enter the water. If you have an older labrador that has never swum, getting them swimming might take quite a long...

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6 Month Old Lab – Your Puppy Questions Answered

Pippa Mattinson — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:13:00 +0000

Your 6 month old Lab has nearly reached their adult height, but they are still scrawny. All legs and giant feet, often with disproportionately large ears. They are an established part of the family, but with those teenage hormones and the confidence of being settled in the home, they can also be a bit of...

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Do Dogs Dream?

Sarah Holloway — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 14:37:00 +0000

Everything we know about canine sleep suggests that dogs dream. Just like us, our poochy pals go through cycles of dreamless sleep and Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep where our dreams take place. I’m pretty sure my Labrador has them every afternoon, based on the noises she makes! Dogs probably use dreams of their daily...

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Is Dog Snoring Normal?

Pippa Mattinson — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 14:35:00 +0000

Dog snoring is very common and has a number of potential causes. Infections, airway obstructions, medication and obesity all increase the likely of your dog’s snore. Canine snoring isn’t dangerous in itself, but it can be a sign of a health issue brewing. And a warning that there might be some lifestyle changes that your...

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10 Ways To Tell Your Labrador Is Happy Through Body Language

Lucy Easton — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 09:39:00 +0000

When you share your life with a dog, you soon notice that they use their body language to convey their feelings. Happy Labs have an open mouth, direct gaze and lolling tongue. They will hold their head high and when they get playful things become even more interesting with wagging butts and low bows. The...

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Why Do Dogs Drool?

The Labrador Site Team — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 08:24:00 +0000

All dogs drool sometimes, and although my Labradors haven’t been very drooly in general they are more the exception than the rule. Dog drool keeps the mouth moist and helps to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. It’s 98% water but also contains various enzymes, proteins, minerals and antibacterial compounds. The average dog produces lots...

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