Fetch is a game that any dog can play. Although some dogs were bred to retrieve, any breed can benefit from playing fetch. When you teach a dog to fetch you don’t just create a fun game for you both to enjoy, but a brilliant way to exercise them without you having to share all…
Every puppy I have crate trained has loved their cosy den. They voluntarily go there to sleep, chew a toy or simply have a little respite from the rest of the bustling household. A crate provides your puppy a peaceful haven where they can’t be stepped on or poked, and gives your children a break…
It is absolutely possible to train a dog to come when you call every single time. It’s not a quick process and you will need to work at it, but I believe that any dog owner can achieve the perfect recall given time and the right instructions. Which is what I’m going to share with…
Dogs often do things that humans find disgusting, and scavenging is one of them. It’s actually quite a natural behavior for a dog, but we still need a solution. Because scavenging isn’t just gross, it can also be risky. Owning a Labrador that has a passion for consuming everything he finds lying on the ground,…
Making the decision to have your Labrador neutered is not always an easy or straightforward one. And there are both health risks and health benefits for dogs of either sex. It’s important to remember that in most countries, neutering is a choice, not an obligation. And although there are benefits to having your dog fixed…
Being bitten by a tiny 8 week old puppy is surprisingly painful. It is also very upsetting. After all, we generally don’t bite our friends! Puppies start teething at 3-4 months old. Puppies do bite because they are teething, but they also bite in play. And biting tends to start in earnest once the puppy…
There are many things to consider before taking on the responsibility of a Labrador puppy. It’s a huge decision, on so many levels! Space, time, noise, mess, and the interruption to your regular lifestyle, are all huge factors. Not to mention the cost. Price is just one of the things you’ll need to mull over….
When my first dog was an unruly puppy, a Labrador owner told me that the onset of adolescence would be worse. Then that he’d improve quite a lot at a year old, and fully settle down at three years old. It wasn’t really what I wanted to hear at the time. But with hindsight I…
This complete guide to the f2 Labradoodle unravels the terminology used to describe mixed breed dogs, and explains why it’s relevant to choosing your next pet. What is an f2 Labradoodle? What does f2 mean? Labradoodle characteristics Are f2 Labradoodles hypoallergenic? Is f1 or f2 Labradoodle better? Finding f2 Labradoodle puppies for sale An f2…
This complete guide to the Labrador Malinois mix will help you decide if you can give this hardworking hybrid the kind of home and lifestyle it needs. Will you be a match made in heaven, or destined to drive each other crazy? A Labrador Malinois mix dog weighs 40 – 80lbs, and is likely to…
