Labrador Health

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A Labrador dog, like all breeds, eats dog food, and you want to be sure that you feed her the dog food that maximizes her optimum health. You may want to feed your puppy twice a day, once in the morning and again in the evening, but be sure not to overfeed! Labs are happy, fun-loving, energetic dogs with a high metabolism, and some dogs will eat even when they are not hungry. This can make your Labrador sick, so patiently watch how much she eats and consider her behavior to determine exactly how much to feed her

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Nobody wants to eat off of a dirty plate, and although dogs generally have a cultural reputation around the world for being “unclean,” that certainly is not true about Labradors! You want to pay attention and be considerate, think about your lab's health, and use clean dog dishes when you serve your dog her daily entrée of dog food. Using unclean dog dishes for food and water is not only hard to look at, they can actually be dangerous for your pet.

You have a new Labrador puppy and she is the sweetest, most loveable puppy you could ever wish to have, except for one thing: she barks almost constantly. What can you do about this behavior? Is there any method of training a dog not to bark?

Bringing home a new puppy can be one of the most exciting things you can do. Labrador puppies are known for their affection, energy and devotion and have become the most popular canine breed in America. Cute to look at, Labs are fast learners; however, there are some things that you should be aware of before you make the decision to purchase a lab.

You might be surprised to know that your Labrador can suffer from allergies just like humans. If you notice Scooter scratching or shedding in large clumps, you may want to consider what possible allergies your dog has. What is interesting about dog allergies is that they all create the same symptoms. This means determining what your dog is allergic to is a lot more difficult than figuring out what you are allergic to.

Labradors are beautiful dogs with thick coats that, unfortunately, shed. Depending on what kind of Lab you have, you will find that some with healthy coats can shed all year round while others, like black labs, shed twice a year. A dog sheds when they lose their old coat and grow a new one. If you want your dog's coat to look healthy and to shine, not only is a good diet important, but it is also vital for you to groom her regularly.

Labradors are sweet and gentle animals and not difficult to train. If you approach your Lab with patience and always remain calm with her, you will find that training is rather easy. Training small puppies is possibly the most crucial but trying period, as they may have not yet learned how to appropriately release their energy. This is a test for you, too, a time to learn patience and consistency.

Labradors love to play and need physical and mental stimulation, as well as interaction with their human companions, to stay happy and healthy. They also need to have exercise to stay in good shape, and playing, walking or running with your dog can be a fun and effective way to provide them with the exercise they need. Keeping a Lab in a small space, locked up, or ignored is one of the worst things that can happen to this canine breed and can lead to destructive or unhealthy behaviors, so it is vitally important to spend a little bit of time every day playing with your Lab. Play time is an integral part of pet care for every owner.