When Buster was just 6 months old, a woman at the dog park told me that all chocolate labs share a single brain cell. She was joking but it was true that Buster wasn’t the sharpest tool in the shed. I tended to attribute his brain power to being male but apparently, it was caused by his fur color. Indeed, the internet is full of stories about how chocolates are less intelligent. But science says the color of a Labrador Retriever is determined by genetics and does not have a direct impact on their intelligence level or personality. Labradors, regardless of their color (black, yellow, or chocolate), are known for…
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Feeding your Labrador puppy requires careful attention to their nutritional needs to support healthy growth and development. I’ve never known a Labrador who doesn’t enjoy a good meal or for that matter, a tasty treat! Labrador Retrievers can be prone to obesity, so it’s important to provide a balanced diet that meets their specific requirements from the get-go. Each stage of a Labrador’s life will be different. Always check with your veterinarian for your dog’s particular needs. Under 6 Months of Age Young Labrador puppies have a lot of energy! They are also in the potty-training stage. It is very, very helpful to keep your puppy on a strict feeding/potty…
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Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and sometimes the best laid plans go astray. There isn’t much you can do about it except roll with the punches. In January 2022, I moved up to Alaska to take care of my niece’s dog and bird while she attended university on campus. It was an opportunity for her to experience life on campus, albeit in this new pandemic world, it isn’t quite how it used to be. My mom had heart surgery in January so I would also be able to give my sister a break from taking care of mom. THE PLAN was to stay in Alaska until my niece’s…
