Caring for an Aging Labrador

Labrador Advice

Do you have a Labrador that is starting to age? If so, it’s important for you to start taking your dog to the veterinarian more often. While annual checkups are just fine for puppies and younger dogs, senior Labradors should make it to the vet at least once every six months. This will allow the… Read more »

Tips for Grouse Hunting with Your Labrador

If you’ve chosen a Labrador as your bird hunting breed of choice, then you’ve chosen well. The challenges that grouse hunting presents are exciting for Labrador breeds. Why Labradors  Labradors make great grouse hunting dogs because of their exceptional smell and sight pointing. These traits allow them to maneuver the land like an obstacle course… Read more »

It’s Still Hot Out there – Keep Your Labrador Safe

Protecting Your Lab in Summer

You may start to see the kids return to school and the blockbusters leave the multiplex, but don’t be fooled, summer is far from over. The official end of summer isn’t until September 22nd, and that means that we are still susceptible to the season’s effects and although it might feel like it is over,… Read more »

Dangerous Plants for Dogs

Black Labs

Did you know that some plants that are often found in your garden or in your home, can be harmful to your dog if they’re ingested? Many of us create a luscious garden space in summer months, and often bring fresh flowers inside, and it’s important to educate yourself on plants that are harmful to… Read more »

Top Natural Snacks for Your Labrador

Loving your lab means treating them like family and that makes it hard to resist the urge to give them human scraps when they gaze up with hopeful eyes. Often times, human food can be difficult for dogs to digest. However, there are plenty of natural snacks that are good for dogs, labs included. They’ll… Read more »

Why Hip Dysplasia is Common in Labs – and How We Prevent It

Healthy Labrador Retrievers

Labrador retrievers are some of the most loyal, loving and helpful dogs that you can add to your family. However, if you have any experience with labs, then the chances are that you know of the many ailments that could potentially affect your pup. One of the most common conditions that labs – and other… Read more »

Why Are Labradors Such Good Hunting Dogs?

If you are currently looking for a good hunting dog, there’s no dog quite like the Labrador retriever. Hunters have relied on Labradors for generations, and continue to turn to them today for their hunting prowess. But what makes the lab such a great hunting companion? Let’s explore a few of the reasons Labradors excel… Read more »

Labrador History: A Brief History of a Great Breed

There’s no doubt that America’s favorite dog is the Labrador. There isn’t a more regal, family-friendly pup out there. And we can learn a lot about Labradors and their temperaments from their storied history. You might think that the Labrador was originally bred in Labrador, and you would be partially correct. The breed first made… Read more »