When in doubt, the vet is always my first point of call
Do you have access to water? Swimming is excellent low impact exercise and most Labs love it.
You're doing just fine, Graham. My four year old Lab was exactly the same on the lead at that age. Just be consistent, patient and don't loose...
You could also approach registered breeders. They occasionally have a female, retired from breeding, that they are looking to re-home.
Jim, that's just so special. Labradors are just amazing. Good luck to you both.
Hi Betty-Jo. Welcome and I look forward to hearing more about your girl. I have an almost 4 year old chocolate Lab who is the delight of our lives
You're right EDP, there are widely differing opinions. I've been told to leave it until around age 2 when the girls are mature and have more or...
Hi Christine. I can't recommend Pippa's ''Total Recall" highly enough. Recall training takes patience and perseverance, but well worth it. Do...
Hi to you and Millie. I'm sure you'll find the forum very helpful. Enjoy your new little lady.
I suppose they do exist, but I'm yet to come across a dog who can destroy a kong!!! And the chuck-it balls are very durable. Worth giving both a go.
Absolutely, Julian, but sometimes there is a blockage. Worth getting the vet to check.
His anal glands made need emptying. Vet can do this for you.
Hillary was a little older than average (10 weeks) when we brought her home. She has always slept in our bedroom. Because we were nearby, we never...
Our girl (nearly 4 years old) has been indoors from day 1. She has access to the backyard via a doggy door, but prefers to be with us where the...
I agree that obedience training might help. As for the hole digging...... This may sound a bit ''out there'', but when I had this problem with my...
Hi Roheryn and Penny. My chocolate lady, Hillary, is a mature (?) three and a half years, but I still remember how awesome she was as a puppy....
It's probably just a variation of normal, but in your position I would set my mind at rest by seeking my vet's opinion,
Hi Jane. Welcome. I'm assuming Coco is a chocolate? :) My chocolate girl, Hillary, is three and a half and an absolute delight. Please tell us...
The vet sent me home with a cone after my girl's C-section a few months back. I suspect it is still in the car. She didn't take the slightest...
I was going to suggest trying your boy on steamed chicken and rice and gradually adding the kibble back in, but if he has a chicken/beef...
