Introduction Labrador have a special and innate passion for water. They can easily swim and even dive. It is in their blood, i.e. they do not need learning to swim. Labradors can swim at a speed of more than five kilometers per hour. It is hard to believe, but it is two times faster than the ducks do! Now you may have several questions like “is it real”? How long […]
Introduction Labradors grow into large, powerful dogs. The owners are responsible for ensuring that their dog had behaved properly, no one interfered or threatened. Well-bred Labrador should be obedient to its owner at any time and predictably behave in everyday surroundings, in the city on public transport or in a restaurant. It is important to get the dog nearby you. If you meet a stranger and your Labrador is not […]
Introduction Everyone knows that the Labrador is a special dog and is very obedient, playful, affectionate and generally just a great dog, but to train is necessary to bring up obedience in it. Training of a Labrador is different from one of a hunting dog. When? Start training a two month old Labrador puppy by teaching it its name and making it remember such a simple command as “place”. “Place” […]
Introduction Usually happy Labrador owners are really interested to know when their beloved pet can be washed. The question which most outrageously bothers them, especially in the cold and dirty time of the year, is how often are they really allowed to bath it without destroying the natural balance of skin. Here we are to help you and answer all the questions connected with washing Labrador and related. Frequency Specialist […]
Introduction Skin problems Dogs can be represented in different forms. Skin parasites, such as fleas, ticks and lice can cause follicular alopecia – hair loss, mainly in the area between the front and rear paws, granuloma caused by constant licking of wounds, dermatitis caused by licking, and dandruff. Problems with the thyroid gland can also lead to problems with hypothyroidism, which, in turn, can lead to dry skin, itchy skin […]
Introduction The eye is the most vulnerable organ of this breed and can be damaged very easily. It is very hard to discover a certain eye disease in your dog; that is why you should be very attentive when you are checking your pet for any kind of illnesses. If you have noticed any sign of inflammation, you should immediately visit a veterinarian. Symptoms of Eye Problems Among the most […]
Introduction Having a new dog is always a good thing and picking a name for him/her is a very important moment because the name of the dog can describe his/her character. Dogs are individuals and do not forget that they may or may not like their names as well. While looking for a name for Jack Russell Terrier it will be a good decision to take into consideration dog’s specific […]
Choosing a dog is a big responsibility and there are many factors which may influence the choice. Picking a beagle means taking into consideration many things and one of them is life expectancy. Of course, different breeds have different average lifespan. Usually beagles’ average lifetime is between 12 and 15 years. But the important point here is that life expectancy can be influenced by different factors. These can be genetics, […]
Introduction Shedding is one of many biological processes that occur inside a dog’s body, and in this case, it goes throughout the year. There are a couple of reasons behind dog shedding, which are quite logical and self-explanatory. For example, every 2 times a year they either gain more fur or lose it to keep up with the weather effects (temperature, humidity, etc.). This can also be seen as a […]
Introduction 5-months age is marked by the beginning of “transitional period” for a puppy: though playful and cute, a small creature begins to show first traits of stubbornness, filwulness and rebellious character. During this time a dog owner should pay attention to moderate training and puppy’s socialization among other dogs and people. Size 5-months Labrador retriever is already a big and large dog by its size: its average weight is […]
