Producing a litter of Labrador retriever puppies is in itself easy, since both male and female Labradors are naturally good breeders. However, the decision to mate your dog must be made responsibly – following sound professional guidance, and always with the best interest of the breed at heart. The Mating Instinct: Healthy males as […]
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Every owner should know how to administer medicines and other basic treatment to their dog in the event of accident or illness. Injuries to ears and paws, from fights or sharp objects, are not uncommon, and may require prompt bandaging and precautionary restraint before a vet is called. Applying an Emergency Bandage to the Ear:
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A home first – aid kit is essential for patching up minor injuries. More serious emergencies are thankfully much less common, but with an understanding of basic principles and techniques such as artificial respiration and cardiac massage, you could save your dog’s life. First – Aid Principles and Basic Equipment: The fundaments of human first
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Selective breeding for desirable traits inevitably also concentrates potentially harmful genes. Like all other breeds, the Labrador has its own variety of inherited medical problems. The primary clinical conditions involve the joints, eyes, and brain, with obesity often an additional problem. Hip Dysplasia: Although partly hereditary, this condition can also be related to excessive weight
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Our daily surroundings can present many dangers for a dog. Be mindful of your Labrador’s natural inclinations, and supervise it closely – especially outdoors – to prevent mishaps. Never leave your dog alone in situations where it may imperil itself or others, and be prepared to avert and react to trouble. Ensuring Safety with your
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With their short, dense coats, Labradors are relatively simple to groom and rarely need their hair trimmed. Nevertheless, they moult extensively and demand some attention at least weekly. The Labrador is also a first – class muck – roller, so regular bathing will prove inevitable. Routine Grooming: Thorough Brushing command your dog to sit or
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Having decided that you want to acquire a Labrador, be selective in your search. Do not act impulsively; seek professional guidance from your local vet or dog training club, and choose carefully according to this advice and your lifestyle. Any purchase should incorporate a veterinary examination. Advice on Where to Buy and What to
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Apart from their obvious physical differences, male and female Labradors can also vary somewhat in character. Specific “types” bred primarily for working or showing may differ too. Yet all have in common the willing nature and eminent trainability that distinguish this justly popular breed. Physique and Temperament: The Sexes Compared Male Labradors are typically large
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Ensure that waking with your dog is pleasure rather than endurance by teaching if from an early age to walk to heel. Labrador puppies enjoy human companionship so much that you can begin training without a lead. Then move on to lead work, gradually increasing the distance covered. Walking to Heel without a Lead: 1.
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Many centuries of evolution produced today’s domestic dog breeds from their common wolf ancestor, over 15,000 years ago, when our ancient relatives first created semi-permanent settlements local wolves in turn moved into the areas surrounding the encampments to scavenge for food, only the smallest and tamest of these “self-domesticated” wolves survived, and within a very
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