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Black Dog Names

The Labrador Site Team — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:50:00 +0000

Your new black puppy deserves a name as awesome as they are. My Labrador and Cocker Spaniel mad family have named a lot of black dogs over the years. Our preference for puppies of any fur color is short, snappy human names. Our black dog names have included Jack, Ted, Tig and Molly. All traditional...

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How To Draw A Labrador: Unleash Your Inner Artist

The Labrador Site Team — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:10:00 +0000

It’s time to learn how to draw a Labrador! Drawing is a skill that comes naturally to some, but most of us need a little help. Even talented artists don’t always get it right on the first go, and sometimes need a hand perfecting a new technique. How To Draw A Labrador – Step by...

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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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Caring For An Old Labrador

The Labrador Site Team — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 09:52:00 +0000

It may surprise you as it did me, to find out that the pet food companies classify a dog aged over seven years as ‘senior’. Labrador Retrievers as a breed have a life expectancy of around ten to twelve years. And it is a little sad to think that, when they reach age seven, they...

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Why Do Dogs Eat Dirt, Stones or Trash?

The Labrador Site Team — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:58:00 +0000

Dogs eat dirt for a variety of reasons, including dietary deficiencies, flavor and occasionally health issues. The dirt in your yard is most likely to be attactive to your dog where food or liquid has been spilled. And dirt may be eaten accidentally when dogs eat bones or raw meat outside. Deliberately and persistently eating...

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Black Lab Names – 100’s of Awesome Ideas For Your Pup

The Labrador Site Team — Thu, 25 May 2023 12:48:00 +0000

We have named a few beautiful black Labs over the years, and they all followed a theme of being classic and human style. Our Labradors have included a Ted, Jake, Tess, Rachel and Daisy. But coming up with black Lab names doesn’t have to just be a case of diving into traditional ideas. You can...

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Adorable Female Dog Names

The Labrador Site Team — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:59:00 +0000

You will find the perfect name for your female puppy in one of these lovely collections. You’ll love how quick and easy it is to scroll through these ideas, from the classic to the original. Let’s pick the best name for your new dog, a name that everyone you meet will adore. The Nature Collection...

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Bathing and Grooming Your Labrador

The Labrador Site Team — Tue, 23 May 2023 10:37:00 +0000

All dogs need grooming, but you’d be forgiven at first glance for thinking grooming your Labrador will be a quick job. After all, Labradors have a wonderfully easy looking coat. It is short, dense and very waterproof. No tangles to comb out of ears, or fur balls to gather around their legs. But Labradors shed...

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13 Awesome Pet ID Tags You and Your Pup Will Love

The Labrador Site Team — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 08:00:59 +0000

Whether you’re getting ready for a new puppy or sprucing up your dog’s collar, pet ID tags are an important way to keep your pet safe. Personalized pet ID tags make sure that your dog can be identified if they ever get lost, and you can be easily contacted. In the UK, and some areas...

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Do Dogs Have Periods?

The Labrador Site Team — Mon, 05 Nov 2018 10:00:55 +0000

If you have an unspayed female dog, you may wonder: do dogs have periods? The answer is yes, but not quite the same way human women do. Spaying is an important consideration, but if your dog is unspayed, then you need more than the answer to, “Do dogs have periods?” You should also know how...

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