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| My 16 month old beagle mix is afraid of people | 11/20/2008 |
Q: My 16 month old beagle mix was abused when he was a puppy. I did not get him until he was 6 months ...
A: You need to build up his confidence in himself. Play tug of war with the dog and lose. However at ...
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| lab | 11/20/2008 |
Q: what kind of food should a 5 month lab be eating? i've been feeding her iams and she has been having ...
A: Almost any ADULT chow should be fine. Switching to an adult chow for the larger breeds at 4 months, ...
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| labs in apartments | 11/19/2008 |
Q: hello my lab is 14 weeks old and i'm worried about her crying all day while i'm at work if i run her ...
A: A good walk would help. At that age, you shouldn't make them run. Their joints aren't ready for ...
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| lab puppy | 11/19/2008 |
Q: i am thinking of getting a female lab puppy, how often and at what age does the dog go in heat and ...
A: Females usually come into heat sometime the second half of their first year, and then about every 6 ...
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| Yellow Lab | 11/17/2008 |
Q: We rescued our yellow lab, Ginger, 4 years ago when she was 5. Progressively over the years her hot ...
A: Most dog chows have plenty of oil, but your dog could be an exception needing more. Except for ...
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| Walking | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I just got a four month old yellow lab. We have had him about a week. He is a great dog and has a ...
A: This may improve as he has more time to settle in. It may be more of a problem if he has spent too ...
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| lab lifting his paw | 11/16/2008 |
Q: When we obtained our male yellow lab puppy from the breeder (8 weeks old) he already knew how to ...
A: I never heard of that. It almost sounds more like soliciting play. Some Labs are strong willed and ...
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| her first period | 11/14/2008 |
Q: My lab is 1 year old and she started her period yesterday. How long does that last? Does that mean ...
A: Yes a dogs reporductive cycle is often called being in heat. The bleeding lasts 2-3 weeks and a few ...
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| OUT OF CONTROL Black Lab | 11/13/2008 |
Q: WE just moved in with my father-in-law and he has a three year old black lab(male), he is a pure ...
A: Some Labs are better bred and easier to control. Others take more work. The key to most behavior ...
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| Samson | 11/12/2008 |
Q: My 2 year old golden lab has been eating his own poop. We have been putting about a teaspoon of ...
A: Some problems I have good previously prepared answers. Others it is the same old weak one. The ...
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| adding a puppy | 11/12/2008 |
Q: We bought a 1-year old chocolate lab (male - he's neutered now) from a breeder/kennel 4 months ago ...
A: You can expect the rough play to go on for years, although it may slow down a little eventually. it ...
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| black lab coughing hairballs | 11/11/2008 |
Q: My black Labrador who is 4 years old has been malting alot in the last few weeks leaving a lot of ...
A: Perhaps the best solution is a good brushing. When my labs go through that, i use a wire slicker ...
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| small labrador | 11/11/2008 |
Q: Hey labman, I have a 7 week male Labrador, he is active and very smart but he is kind of small i ...
A: We are all anxious to see our puppy grow into a large dog. However it is best to allow slow growth ...
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| black lab jumping | 11/9/2008 |
Q: we have a 6 month old black lab, she is a great dog, but has a problem with jumping on people. How ...
A: Consistently is very important in correcting jumping and other problems. Quickly correcting him each ...
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| Why is my Labrador scratching? | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 20mth old Lab male and he has been constantly scratching around his tail and groin area.I ...
A: It could be a number of things. It could be a simple matter of the anal glands. have a vet or ...
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| Toilet Training | 11/6/2008 |
Q: How do i train my 2mnoths old on toilet training. we stay in an apartment and it is difficult when ...
A: Usually I am against using pads or papers due to problems later switching to going outside. If you ...
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| first time lab owners | 11/4/2008 |
Q: we recently bought a male labrador retriever at 6 weeks old. We noticed that the puppy is itching ...
A: I would start with a vet visit. If Clark hasn't had any shots, now is the time to start. The vet ...
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| 14 Yr Old Lab: Hind Leg Problems | 11/3/2008 |
Q: as of lately, my lab has had problems using his hind legs. After a long but slow walk, he seems to ...
A: It may or may not be pain. Try giving him an aspirin tablet, buffered aspirin is best, not any of ...
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| 13 Year Old Chocolate Lab Constantly Barking | 11/1/2008 |
Q: we have a 13 year old, unneutered male chocolate lab. He has bad hip dysplasia which I know is very ...
A: When an older dog has a change in behavior, often it has a physical cause. I would start with a ...
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| my lab | 11/1/2008 |
Q: my lab is two months old.i need some help how to feed it and what is the best food for this age
A: You should be feeding a puppy chow now. Switching to an adult chow for the larger breeds at 4 ...
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| HELP! | 10/31/2008 |
Q: She weighs 30.3Kg at only one years of age. We have had her on a diet for quite a while now she has ...
A: If she isn't losing weight you must either increase her exercise or decrease her food. Don't pay ...
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| Lab with a limp | 10/31/2008 |
Q: Whilst out walking my 10 month lab last week he was playing with another dog that we see on a ...
A: I really think if he isn't better by the first of the week, it will be time to see the vet. In the ...
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| Lab from the Humane Society | 10/29/2008 |
Q: 2 questions, first can you tell me how to estimate a dogs age? The man at the pound guessed she is ...
A: Any new adopted dog should go to the vet for a check up. Ask the vet. If it is a year old, it ...
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| dogs diet | 10/27/2008 |
Q: we got this chocolate lab about 2 months ago he will be 2 years old next month and he eats only ...
A: You are right to be concerned. Although there are people that prepare their own diet for their dog, ...
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| heat | 10/26/2008 |
Q: We found a puppy about 2 months ago that we thought was 6 months old and spayed. However we are ...
A: The age varies, anytime after 6 months, and sometimes not until after a year. The bleeding starts ...
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| dog doesn't want to walk | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have a female yellow labrador who is now 5 months old. We are going to dog school every Sunday ...
A: This could be several things. It could be an injury you aren't aware of. Is she as active as ever ...
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| is it safe to a spay a lab over 6 years old? | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have an opporunity to adopt a female 6 year old lab and am on the fence if I should. She is not ...
A: I doubt those telling you there may be problems have much to base it on except limited personal ...
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| 9 Month Old Lab - Behavior | 10/23/2008 |
Q: We have a 9 month old lab, scout, that is very destructive. She steals things from inside the house ...
A: I just answered a similar question about a year old female. Often they are less affectionate than ...
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| yellow lab is standoffish | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I have an almost 1yr old female spayed yellow lab. We adore her. The problem is she may not feel ...
A: Yeah, I have had them get up and go to their crate when I petted them. they seem to go through an ...
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| fear of strangers | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I have a seven month old lab that is acting very strange when a stranger comes to our house.She will ...
A: While she may never do as well as a properly socialized dog, you can improve things. The key to ...
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| Age of Puppy | 10/21/2008 |
Q: 5 months ago. I didn't know what age he was then. He has just lost 2 upper centermost teeth. Just ...
A: That usually happens about 4 months or a little sooner. His head should be approaching it s adult ...
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| Divebombing Chocolate Labrador | 10/21/2008 |
Q: We have a 10 month old, chocolate lab. Bruce. He is a large and lively dog. He has not been ...
A: It is common for Labs to run like that and best to just let them go. The biting as he goes by calls ...
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| lab puppy | 10/20/2008 |
Q: i have a 3 month old male black labrador. I am worried because he has a really has bloated tummy ...
A: Has the vet done a stool sample and prescribed the correct dewormer? There are several different ...
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| lab mix gaining weight | 10/19/2008 |
Q: He is on the smaller side, we think hes mixed with a terrier like a jack russel. His weight and size ...
A: I think often it happens a little sooner, but you do need to take action. Your dog definitely ...
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| my dog 's weight | 10/19/2008 |
Q: I have a pure breed Labrador 5.5 years old.I would like to know how much should he weight on avenge.
A: Averages mean little. There is a simple way to determine his ideal weight. Your dog definitely ...
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| Scared | 10/19/2008 |
Q: My 12 week old male black lab is scared of everything. Any loud noise he runs away. Also when I go ...
A: Unfortunately likely what you have done wrong is get a poorly socialized 12 week old. It will be a ...
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| Lab chews up all her toys | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 month old chocolate lab and she loves toys. Her jaws are really strong. She chews up ...
A: Many dogs aren't interested in a slick, new Nylabone. I think they are putting the nubby texture on ...
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| 8 wk lab - limping | 10/9/2008 |
Q: Took the pup out for a walk this morning and his foot got caught under the closing door. Not in the ...
A: This is a tough call. I don't think it will make things worse to wait until Monday. You might try ...
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| Size of female lab | 10/8/2008 |
Q: My soon to be 8 month old English Lab is currently 70 pounds. The breeder told us she should weigh ...
A: The rate of growth varies from dog to dog, but slows after about 6 months. Is she that much bigger ...
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| One Year Old Female Choc. Lab | 10/7/2008 |
Q: Our Lab is very stubborn and will not stop jumping on the couch or bed. Then she won't get off and ...
A: It sounds like you are letting her get away with being in charge. it is time to take your place as ...
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| growth | 10/5/2008 |
Q: i have a female labrador retriever 6 months old. she is now 18 inch high but not fatty. neighbours ...
A: Some Labs turn out small. My vet tells me if they are kept lean, it will only delay reaching their ...
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| Libby | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 month old beagle,cinnamon- black lab mix female. I have been reading a lot of books and ...
A: Sometimes they don't come into heat as soon. Our last 3 puppies never came into heat before they ...
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| chewing | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I have a lab that is 1.5 years old, we created him for the first 8 months we had him now while we ...
A: Punishing a dog unless you catch it in the act is a lost cause and perhaps counter productive. ...
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| barking in crate | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I have a sweet, intelligent 13-week old black lab mix puppy (female). I have spent 3 weeks helping ...
A: The towel is easy, take it out. I would talk to the neighbors and others that may be able to hear ...
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| Lab's first heat cycle | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I have a pair of Labrador females from the same litter that just turned 7 months. They're scheduled ...
A: That is hard to say. Usually they pick the worst possible time. I would guess the odds are about ...
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| Lab needs to lose weight | 9/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 yo neutered yellow lab. He is on Kirkland brand lamb and rice diet. This formula seems ...
A: There isn't too much to it, just start feeding him less. If you are feeding him maybe 4 cups, cut ...
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| worried my pup is too skinny | 9/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 10 month old black lab. She is very obsessed with food, gobbbles it up really fast. We feed ...
A: It is normal for a Lab to eat that way. It is quite possible that mixture is not the complete and ...
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| new puppy weight issue | 9/28/2008 |
Q: To Whom It May Concern: We recently purchased an 8-week old chocolate lab. She seemed small to us ...
A: I agree that is on the small side. She will likely turn out small for a Lab. I wouldn't expect any ...
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| Feeding??? | 9/27/2008 |
Q: What should i be and how many times a day should i be feeding a six month old lab???
A: Almost any of the common brands of adult chow should be fine. Puppy chow leads to faster growth ...
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| Blk Lab | 9/27/2008 |
Q: I have a blk female lab and she is just over 3yrs and weights about 92 lbs... is she over weight?
A: Nobody can say from that. If not, she must be a big girl. Only her ribs can tell. Your dog ...
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| My dog Tank | 9/26/2008 |
Q: A while back my dog had surgery on his small intestine for eating horse manure and hay that got ...
A: Try a bland diet for a few days. If he is OK, slowly go back to the regular kibble. Bland ...
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| LABRADORE | 9/25/2008 |
Q: WE ARE GETTING A LABRADORE AND DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH IT IN THE DAY TIME BUT WE DONT WANT A DOG ...
A: Most of us must work all day, and what to do with the dog is a problem. It doesn't work well at all ...
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| Lab, 2 years old, female, spayed | 9/25/2008 |
Q: My black lab has the following issues: Frequent problems with skunk gland, ear yeast infections, ...
A: Some would suggest a different chow. Have you talked to the vet about it? Usually it is best to ...
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| overweight puppy | 9/24/2008 |
Q: we were told that he was a bit of a handful but we have not had a problems with him at all. He is ...
A: Switching to an adult chow for the larger breeds at 4 months, slows growth and helps develop ...
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| stunt growth | 9/23/2008 |
Q: Is it true that by feeding my 9 month lab retriever adult food since he was 6 months will stunt his ...
A: The truth is puppy chow has more calcium than large breed puppies need. In some cases, there is so ...
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| food | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I just got a 5 month old chocolate lab puppy and I don't know how much or when best to feed her. ...
A: If you are feeding a meat based chow, 3 cups a day would be a good place to start. At that age I am ...
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| 5 year old aggressive lab | 9/22/2008 |
Q: Our 5 3/4 old Yellow Lab (AKC) is aggressive upon first meeting of other dogs(any breed, size, etc). ...
A: At 5 years old, fixing it may be tough. The key to most behavior problems is approaching things ...
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| lab puppy bites hard | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I have a 7-week-old female lab who often bites me very hard. I don't mind the nibbling and gentle ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| malnurished lab | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I have acquired a lab about 4 years old that looks like a skeleton. She was nice size but now she ...
A: If there are no other health problems, it should simply be a matter of feeding her enough. Most ...
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| Feedings | 9/19/2008 |
Q: At what age is it okay to start feeding a puppy two meals a day instead of three? Our pup is 6 1/2 ...
A: Any time after 3 months is OK. At that age you could even cut back to one if you want. I would ...
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| advise me on vaccines and medicines for a 45 day old puppy | 9/19/2008 |
Q: please advise me for a 45 day old lab puppy. tell me what all should i do for the next 1 year. ...
A: I hope you have a veterinarian available to work with. Your puppy is about the age where they get ...
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| my lab mix puppy | 9/16/2008 |
Q: He is 2 months and 21 days old, He is a lab mix, mixed with what i don't really know but his tail is ...
A: I think it is possible erect ears is partly a behavior think once they develop. If so, a rapid ...
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| dog's behavior | 9/15/2008 |
Q: My daughter & husband have a 9 mth. old English Lab. I am baby sitting for a week. He is constantly ...
A: Neutering will hep, but alone at any age won't solve all those problems. The key to most behavior ...
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| seizure like movement while sleeping | 9/12/2008 |
Q: We recenly bought a 55 day old black labrador.We got his shots and deworming done from the vet.I ...
A: Likely the vet wants him back for more shots before long. Ask about those things next visit. I am ...
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| Sad lab puppy | 9/9/2008 |
Q: My husband, myself and my two young sons, 5yrs and 18mos recently obtained a now 3 month old female ...
A: Give her more time and plenty of attention. Unfortunately early socilization is very important. If ...
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| Young pup drinks too much | 9/9/2008 |
Q: I recently adopted a yellow lab/German shepherd mix; lab is the predominate breed trait. Do to the ...
A: I think some puppies need to go through a learning process to regulate their drinking. It is hard ...
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| Non-destructable Chew Toys | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I'm having a difficult time find things for my lab to play with that can't be destroyed. He's six ...
A: I would try to find larger Nylabones and perhaps more Kongs. Avoid the flavored, consumable ...
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| Flying a dog | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I am getting a yellow lab puppy that will be about two and a half months old in the middle of ...
A: I don't have a good answer for you. I have never flown with a dog. My son flew from Pittsburgh to ...
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| overweight lab | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Our black lab is overweight, our vet says we need to change her diet and give her carrots if she ...
A: Green beans and canned pumpkin are common. Make sure the beans are unsalted and it's pumpkin, not ...
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| recent agressive behavior - jealousy? | 8/29/2008 |
Q: We recently acquired a black lab, about 2 years old. He seems very smart and until recently very ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| toileting troubles!!! | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I have a labrador who is 20months old and sometimes when its raining or has been raining she will ...
A: Take an umbrella and go out and walk her. They can't walk and hold it too long. Lavish praise on ...
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| Lab Crate | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I know you've answered a crate question before, but it didn't answer the question I have. I have an ...
A: I don't think it is absolutely necessary for a dog to be able to stand completely erect with its ...
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| 3 month old black lab with a 2 year old German Shepard | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I have a spayed German Shepard 2 years old who is as smart as her K9 parents. I just got a 3 month ...
A: I would try taking him by himself on similar walks and see how he does. If he seems to be enjoying ...
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| PROPER CRATE SIZE FOR 8 MONTH OLD YELLOW LAB | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I JUST NEEDED TO KNOW IF A CRATE MEASURING 30L X 22W X 24 H WOULD BE BIG ENOUGH FOR MY 8 MONTH OLD ...
A: What the bag says is only a starting point. Evaluate the dog as illustrated in this link, ...
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| How far can we walk our 7 week old lab puppy? | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I've read lots about not over exercising labs when they are young. What's the rule of thumb re: how ...
A: I have never worried too much about it. You can walk several blocks with him. If he tires and lags ...
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| Destructive Black Lab | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I have a 18 month old male Black Labwho is neutered, who is absolutely wonderful apart from the fact ...
A: I doubt there is any training him to leave things alone. Could you divide the yard leaving him a ...
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| 8 month old labs | 8/17/2008 |
Q: I have two 8 month old labs, one male, one female. They are in good health and are exercised twice ...
A: Have you worked with your vet on this? Some problems such as giardia can be hard to find. You may ...
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| about quality of pedigree | 8/17/2008 |
Q: my dog is 1 n half year old.my breeder said to me that dont give him pedogree.give him propac or ...
A: Most dogs will thrive on most chows. I have long puzzled over the way many condemn the common ...
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| Frustration with 8 month old lab | 8/17/2008 |
Q: We have an 8 month old lab bitch not spayed and when she is left alone she urinates on the floor. ...
A: I would start with getting her spayed. Dogs with behavior problems should never be used for ...
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| 8 YEAR OLD LAB DOESN'T LIKE ANY OTHER DOG | 8/16/2008 |
Q: WE JUST BOUGHT A NEW PUPPY (ABOUT 9 WEEKS OLD) AND EVERY TIME THE NEW PUPPY GETS NEAR THE OLDER LAB, ...
A: Once past 3 years old, many dogs don't want anything to do with puppies, their sharp little teeth, ...
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| Jumping on counters | 8/16/2008 |
Q: Our 9 month-old spayed female yellow lab keeps jumping up to take things off the counter or table. ...
A: A mousetrap is very effective in making a dog leave something alone. Most dogs will stay away from ...
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| offspring of labs | 8/16/2008 |
Q: Can a yellow lab birth chocolate or black labs in a litter as well as yellow labs. If the mother ...
A: Yes it is quite possible if mated to a black depending on the genes the black carried. Some blacks ...
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| dog food | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I've read several articles about how some dog foods aren't good for your dog and how some are. I've ...
A: I think there is an immense amount of nonsense around about dogs food, much of it spread by those ...
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| PROPER CRATE SIZE FOR 8 MONTH OLD YELLOW LAB | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I JUST NEEDED TO KNOW IF A CRATE MEASURING 30L X 22W X 24 H WOULD BE BIG ENOUGH FOR MY 8 MONTH OLD ...
A: A smaller Lab would have room to stand up and stretch out. If it fits fairly well now, it should be ...
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| LABRADOR HOWLING | 8/13/2008 |
Q: Hi, My lab is 28 months old. We have recently moved into a new house for 2 weeks now, and he has ...
A: Likely something in the new house is disturbing him. It could be a coffee maker on a timer, a ...
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| how much food | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 month old lab that is 65 pounds. I was wondering how much I should be feeding her a day. ...
A: Likely it is too much. Evaluate the dog as illustrated in this link, ...
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| aggression | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 12 week old black lab and I have a concern regarding aggression. I understand puppies want ...
A: Some Labs take strong leadership starting the day you get them. The key to most behavior problems ...
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| play-biting | 8/11/2008 |
Q: he still play bites very aggressively, when ever he sees someone new who calls him or tries to pet ...
A: It sounds like he still doesn't accept you as his leader. Neutering him if not already would be a ...
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| Lab in first heat, what can I expect from her brother? | 8/11/2008 |
Q: Our 11 month old chocolate lab is spotting (first day is today), which i am predicting her first ...
A: You must separate them. Otherwise, they will mate again and again through her entire fertile period ...
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| Chocolate Lab Size | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I have a male, non-neutered, chocolate lab that is right around 6 months old. We are constantly ...
A: My guess is that he is going to be small. Keeping them lean does slow growth, which is the best ...
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| unusual peeing inside | 8/10/2008 |
Q: my 6 yr old has always been house trained and has in the last two weeks started peeing inside in the ...
A: It is highly unusual for such a behavior change at that age for no reason. I would start with a vet ...
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| Labs | 8/10/2008 |
Q: Is having a lab pup alright living in an apartment as long as i walk her and love her?
A: Many Labs do just fine in smaller quarters. Barking isn't a common problem with them,which should ...
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| Biting | 8/10/2008 |
Q: My 7 mo lab recently had a bowel obstruction. During his illness, he bit me (2 cm chunk out of my ...
A: You need to work on this. Neuter him if not already. The key to most behavior problems is ...
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| 7 yr oldLab suddenly afraid of stairs | 8/9/2008 |
Q: We put our 7 yr old 115 lb Chocoalte Lab out in his yard and suddenly he is afraid to go up the ...
A: I would get him to the vet on Monday unless the problem goes away. For now, give him some aspirin, ...
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| Barking | 8/9/2008 |
Q: We have recently taken on a 12mth old yellow lab who has not been spayed. We was told that she did ...
A: Barking doesn't have a simple answer. The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using ...
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| my mad lab | 8/8/2008 |
Q: labman, My dog troy is 8 months old, mums a black lab, dads a golden retriver, he is black and ...
A: You may even have to get a private trainer or behaviorist. Start at the vets. Get a full exam, and ...
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| socializing our new puppy with our two older dogs | 8/7/2008 |
Q: We have just got a new cocker spaniel puppy.But we have a 11 year old chow male and a 7 year old ...
A: Once past 3 years old, many dogs don't want anything to do with puppies, their sharp little teeth, ...
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| staff x labrador puppy | 8/7/2008 |
Q: thinking on buying a staff x labrador mum is full staff dad is quarter staff quarter labrador would ...
A: Much of how any dog gets along with children depends on the specific lines it is bred from. In ...
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| Unfortunate Incident | 8/7/2008 |
Q: My best friend had a beautiful lab..she was great with the kids!! But last week she got into a bag ...
A: I am very sorry to hear of that. It is hard to say just what happened. When something like that ...
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| Wandering off | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 month yellow lab. When we let him out in the backyard to do his business, he's been good ...
A: Yes, the owner needs to learn to be top dog, not the dog learns it gets a treat if it sits. Even a ...
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| 3rd Lab in our house | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I currently have 3 year old son. We have a black lab/ golden retriever mix that has just had his 1st ...
A: I think what you did was right. I also think the new dog may have upset things. This whole thing ...
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| Chocolate Lab | 8/6/2008 |
Q: My mom just adopted a chocolate lab and we were talking and got to wondering, what labs to you breed ...
A: Yellows produce only more yellows when bred together. Depending on their genes, blacks can produce ...
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| Wandering off | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 month yellow lab. When we let him out in the backyard to do his business, he's been good ...
A: As puppies mature, they become more adventurous. The neutering will help, but may not be the whole ...
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| Puppies | 8/6/2008 |
Q: When i get my male lab puppy, at 7 weeks old, should i use a harness or a collar? why?
A: Most people use collars. I see nothing wrong with using using a harness if you want to. What ...
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| Dogs fighting | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I have two lab mixes, both female and both spayed. The older female Was about 5 when we got the 6 ...
A: Dogs are not mature until they are 3 years old. As a dog matures, it is common for them to ...
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| Types of crates | 8/4/2008 |
Q: we have a 10 mo old yellow lab puppy. We had crated him from when we first brought him home @ 8 ...
A: You could try a plastic crate. I know of very few dogs that have escaped from them. I have seen ...
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| height & weight | 8/4/2008 |
Q: he has not been sprayed or neutered, he is about 20 inches in height, i just feel he is short for ...
A: He should be near his adult height, at most, another inch. They continue to grow even past their ...
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| training | 8/4/2008 |
Q: My lab is 5 weeks. we live in a flat and have no open area where the lab can go for loo or potty. ...
A: This is a difficult situation you should have avoided. If you have ready access to outside at all, ...
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| Eating poo | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have adopted a 1 yr old lab from a friend as she is to ill to keep her, I have known the lab since ...
A: I have had trougle with some of my puppies eating our older dogs stools. The best solution to stool ...
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| 8 months old female lab-1st heat | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I have an 8 months old labrador retriever female named Sasha. What are the signs that her first heat ...
A: There is no way I can cover all you need to know if you are going to keep an intact female. Dogs ...
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| elderly lab | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I have an elderly (14 years old) lab who is in pain in her hind end and has been on Rimadyl for some ...
A: If you can, Tufts might be the best idea. Few vets in private practic have the resources a large ...
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| lost a tooth. | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I have a choc lab thats almost 5 months old. I got her a new chew toy today and I just saw one of ...
A: Yes. Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a ...
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| 6 year old black lab peeing and pooing in the house | 7/29/2008 |
Q: My male 6 year old black lab will not go outside to go potty. i let him out as much as i can and ...
A: I would have a good vet check up. It is even more important if this is a recent problem. When you ...
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| 9 month-old Lab Jumpin on people | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I have a female 9-month-old Lab who is the sweetest dog . She's very playful & smart. We have taught ...
A: Consistently is very important in correcting jumping and other problems. Quickly correcting him each ...
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| Won't stop eating metal items.... | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have a lab, grey hound, collie puppy almost 1. He has always eaten things that are very bad for ...
A: The only answers are the crate and supervision. When out of the crate, you need to limit his access ...
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| server arthritis | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have just bought a 3 yr old labrador and took him to the vet as he was limping it turns out that ...
A: This is a difficult question. Did the vet give you any pain medication? We were about to put our ...
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| Apparent Regression/Housetraining. | 7/28/2008 |
Q: We recently adopted an 8 month old black lab mix from a family who stated that there were absolutely ...
A: First let me say ''rub their nose in it'' is both barbaric and useless and in this case counter ...
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| Dew claws on hind legs. | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I've had a yellow labrador retriever female for about 5 months. I just recently bought a black ...
A: I can say Labs usually don't have back dew claws. All sorts of things crop up now and then. ...
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| Running with my 8 month old chocolate lab | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I would like to include my dog on my runs, but not sure how far to run with her or how to increase ...
A: I am afraid it would be better to put off until next summer. At 8 months their joints are still ...
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| Stop Barking | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I have a golden lab that I adopted from a shelter in October of 2007. Dog is Male, going on to ...
A: They are very needy, but usually not great barkers. It also looks like you have a leadership issue. ...
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| 2 yr old Lab always breaks leash | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 yr and 5 months old yellow male Labrador. By nature he is a very active and jumpy dog. I ...
A: Perhaps you need to look at the hardware store and not the pet store. Not only do they have heavier ...
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| lab/husky mix and housebreaking | 7/24/2008 |
Q: somehow, i have managed to get my dog trained in reverse! she will pee in the living room and if i ...
A: Walking her around when you take her out should help. Exercise stimulates elimination. they can ...
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| Proper weight for a lab | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I came across your site through a google search, and thought I would give it a try. My next door ...
A: Sounds good to me unless you can actually see them. Normal, unfortunly perhaps not. Healthy, yes. ...
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| staff x with lab | 7/21/2008 |
Q: and i know it is very beutafull dog and i know about pitbulls reps, (i used to own one) But i dont ...
A: The temperament will likely favor either the mother or the father. If the Pit Bull comes from a ...
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| growling | 7/21/2008 |
Q: ok, we have the most unusual dog I have ever seen. I will give you a short history in order to ask ...
A: Labs and children usually do well together. Due to her background, you may have to do soume extra ...
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| help... | 7/19/2008 |
Q: how much do i feed my 2 month old yellow lab? and how often am i suposed to feed it?
A: Give it a half cup or more 3 times a day. You should be feeding a puppy chow now. Switching to an ...
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| labrador problems | 7/19/2008 |
Q: How old do Labradors usually get and do they commonly have hing leg problems at the end of their ...
A: I would say 12-14 years, I have never seen any good figures on it. It varies with the care they ...
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| Aggressive at dog park | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I have a5.5 mo. old black lab male, he is very, very docile at our home and listens, we walk even ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| 9 mo old female lab | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 month old female lab, what is the weight and height she should be at? I got her from a ...
A: Her height could vary over a wide range. Likely she has 80-90% of her adult height now. She will ...
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| My lab is in heat.......i think?? | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I think that my my chocolate lab is in heat. She going to turn 1 year old on July 21st. She has been ...
A: The second and third weeks are when the most risk of accidental breeding is. Don't take this ...
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| Lab Pup not eating much | 7/16/2008 |
Q: 2 weeks ago we got a golden lab pup, shes 2.5 mothns. Recently she is not eating much im giving the ...
A: Milk and raw eggs aren't good for dogs. Eukanuba is a good chow, and you don't need anything else. ...
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| 12 yr old lab can't stand today | 7/16/2008 |
Q: My 12 year-old, 85 pound, male, neutered lab is having trouble standing today. No other symptoms but ...
A: Yes see the vet. We were ready to put our 14 year old to sleep last week, but the vet suggested a ...
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| Introducing my new adult lab to my other adult lab | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I adopted a Lab/Collie mix from the SPCA about 2 years ago. She has always gotten along well and ...
A: As dogs get older, they play less. At 2 most Labs still want to play with other dogs, but if she ...
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| lepto virus shots | 7/15/2008 |
Q: My son has a 3 and a half month old chocolate lab and this morning she had a rather serious allergic ...
A: Severe reactions to any shots is rare either among Labs or other breeds. I can't think of any sites ...
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| dog chased tha mailman | 7/12/2008 |
Q: My chocolate lab broke her leash when the mailman was mailman was delivering mail so the mail man ...
A: If the dog hasn't been obedience trained, I would enroll in a class immediately. Even if the dog is ...
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| Feedings | 7/12/2008 |
Q: My lab is 14 weeks old, how much should he be eating a day? Is it also okay to feed him twice a ...
A: That is the conventional wisdom, and is fine for smaller dogs. Puppy chow is a rich diet making for ...
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| Normal Growth | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I have a six month old male black lab. He is the most laid back lab I have ever met. He seems very ...
A: That is perhaps on the low end depending on his body condition. He should still grow some more ...
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| Feedings | 7/11/2008 |
Q: My lab is 14 weeks old, how much should he be eating a day? Is it also okay to feed him twice a ...
A: 3 cups a day divided into 2 meals should be about right. Many puppies come from the breeder ...
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| Nutrition for my puppy(Austin) | 7/11/2008 |
Q: Q1)Wat veg diet should i give to my 36 days old Lab puppy?kindly prescribe veg diet rather than ...
A: Preparing a vegetarian complete and balanced diet for a dog is difficult, but can be done. At least ...
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| Scooting reason? | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I am looking after a labrador for a friend who is overseas. The labrador is always scooting and ...
A: Usually I mention anal glands which is the most common cause. I am not sure what arrangements you ...
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| two lab puppies together | 7/10/2008 |
Q: is it better to raise two lab puppies together or wait until one dog is older to get the second one? ...
A: When he comes back with the ball, ignore it and praise him for coming. Keep your focus on him. ...
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| maximizing growth for lab | 7/9/2008 |
Q: i have a 15 week old yellow lab. i feed him dog food (science diet for puppy large breed) and milk ...
A: What you are doing is totally different from what I would be. I have learned most of what I know ...
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| Change in behavior | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a male, neutered 10 month old lab. He has always been very well behaved and over the past ...
A: The neutering should help. Obedience training will help. The key to most behavior problems is ...
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| black lab aggressive with food | 7/8/2008 |
Q: My black lab mix pup is about 10 months old and she is usually very loving and affectionate. ...
A: At one time I would have said get tough. The dog guide school is teaching me more positive methods. ...
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| Feeding a Large Lab Puppy | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a young lab (9 months old) that, to me, is over weight. He is 85 pounds and seems to eat ...
A: It is quite typical of Labs to be eager eaters. This often leads to overweight as the owners try to ...
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| 7 month lab not eating | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 month lab an living in delhi. I Bought him 2 months ago. For 2-3 days after he arrived he ...
A: I am not sure why some of Sameer's questions have been passed on to me. Good thing you posted your ...
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| choc. labador | 7/7/2008 |
Q: we have a 2yr old lab who had got sick when he was six months old from parvo as we where told from ...
A: How much have you worked with the vet? If it is a thyroid problem or something, no matter what you ...
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| 15 year old lab suddenly urinating in house | 7/6/2008 |
Q: Our 15 yr old yellow lab who has extreme arthritus has recently starting urinating in our dining ...
A: I have been spending a fortune on pain medicine for our 14 year old Lab. At 15, if you can't afford ...
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| Allergies???? | 7/6/2008 |
Q: We have a chocolate lab almost 18 months. About three weeks ago we took her to the vet because of ...
A: I doubt she is dying. She may need some expensive care to enjoy life again. Get back with your ...
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| stairs | 7/5/2008 |
Q: we will be bringing in a year old black spayed lab. we have the option to have her sleep downstairs ...
A: I am a great believer in the crate. It is also one more way of showing your leadership. I would ...
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| training | 7/4/2008 |
Q: How should I make my lab the best there is like when I clap my hands he comes and when I say come he ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| lab training / behaviour | 7/4/2008 |
Q: We have just got a rescue boy aged 2 and 1/2. He is a fine choc lab,neutered and chipped and rather ...
A: "Come" needs to be taught as part of proper pack status and obedience. The dogs see all the people ...
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| stairs | 7/4/2008 |
Q: we will be bringing in a year old black spayed lab. we have the option to have her sleep downstairs ...
A: If your daughter wants to let her sleep with her, perhaps let her. How old is your daughter? Your ...
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| My 9 week old lab never wants to walk and tries to bite my hands | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 week old puppy, it is way too lazy! it never wants to go on walks it just lays there, and ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| 7 month old lab | 7/2/2008 |
Q: We have a seven month old chocolate lab. We got him when he was 8 weeks old and we also have a 2 ...
A: The crate may be easier to fix than the fear. Without more details, I can't say how. I have seen ...
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| How much to excercise my 7 month old lab | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I have a seven month old lab and I am eager to run and hike with him. My friend who has a lab has ...
A: Your friend isn't quite right, but no, don't do extensive running for now. It is less likely to ...
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| My puppy | 7/1/2008 |
Q: My 4 months puppy is 10kgs. Is it the right weight ? Since my vet suggested I have put her on high ...
A: Your dog definitely should be narrower at the waist than the hips and chest. You should be able to ...
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| Enclosing labrador puppy | 6/30/2008 |
Q: We are getting an 8 week old labrador puppy this weekend. We currently have a 2 year old labrador x ...
A: The only problem I see is leaving the puppy outside. Very likely it will howl at night, disturbing ...
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| hair loss | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have an 10month old black lab. She is in clean health. My question is for the last few days I have ...
A: Feed a decent chow and as little else as possible, seldom if ever bathe the dog, and brush it daily ...
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| growth rate of mix labrador | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 week old black lab with white and brown paws and face. Her mother was a golden retriever ...
A: Her growth rate and adult size are hard to say. She should be a good sized dog, and at 5-6 months ...
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| pinch collar | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have a St. Bernard that is 1.5 years old. I switch from a no pull harness to the largest prong ...
A: Every type of collar seems to have its friends and foes with plenty of strong opinions and very few ...
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| agressiveness wiht headcollars | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have a nine year old west highland terrier and a head collar. She is not normally aggressive until ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| My Lab | 6/29/2008 |
Q: For the past week now my lab has had diaherah. I have taken him to the vet and they have done a ...
A: It took 2 weeks for your question to be made available to me. I hope the problem is resolved by ...
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| Ear Flap issue | 6/28/2008 |
Q: We an awesome 4 month old female black lab. About a month ago her left ear stopped folding down like ...
A: While Shepherds and other erect ear breeds occasionally have ears that don't stand up, It is rare ...
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| my yellow lab her brown on her nose is peeling and i was wondering why | 6/26/2008 |
Q: my dog she is 2 years old she is a female i noticed on her nose that it is peeling not on the tip ...
A: It sounds like she wasn't getting much sun for long enough for her nose to lose its color, and then ...
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| My new puppy | 6/26/2008 |
Q: My family and I are moving soon and we want to get a black Labrador retriever puppy, but we don't ...
A: 3 meals a day is fine for puppies between 6 weeks and 3 months. Start with a half cup each feeding ...
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| our scared pup | 6/26/2008 |
Q: We just adopted a 8 week old golden retriever from are local animal shelter, we are not sure what ...
A: At 8 weeks you have a good chance of correcting this. Later it could be impossible. Don't force ...
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| Calasis/ Dry Skin on Elbows | 6/24/2008 |
Q: Both of my labs are on concrte approx 6-7 hours a day while I'm at work, both have dry skin/calisis ...
A: You could try giving them something softer to lay on. Of course, they could chew it up and choke on ...
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| Size of 8 month old female lab. | 6/24/2008 |
Q: My 8 Month old female lab (pure bred) does not seem to be growing. I'm not sure what height she ...
A: At 8 months, she will have most of her adult height. Most dogs' growth slows after 6 months. The ...
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| 2yr old yellow lab | 6/23/2008 |
Q: we have a 2yr old female yellow lab who is spayed, occasionaly/very rarely but more so in the ...
A: More than anything else, this is a dominance issue. Likely it would be much worse if she wasn't ...
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| Labradors on heat | 6/23/2008 |
Q: we are getting a female labrador pup in a couple of weeks (will be 8 weeks old) and are wondering at ...
A: It varies, usually 7 months or later. A couple of my more recent ones hadn't come into season ...
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| My lab puppy | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 month old male lab that just weighed in at 70 pounds & is still obviously not grown in to ...
A: Your last question is the easiest. Yes, work in an adult chow over about a week. It will slow ...
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| My 8 month Lab/Pit is starting to poop in her crate after months of not doing that | 6/20/2008 |
Q: my 8 month old spayed black lab/pit mix has decided this week that she's going to poopoo in the ...
A: Most behavior problems need to start with a vet visit for a checkup, explaining the problem. ...
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| shedding, my dog vomitts, loss of appetite | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I just recently moved to North Carolina from Pennsylvania. My lab has been having vomiting from him ...
A: The shedding is the problem that concerns me the most. What are you feeding him? Most dogs will ...
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| ill and very brave dog | 6/19/2008 |
Q: black labrador age 7 male dog very lively dog started sickness and dioreor took vets they did not no ...
A: Usually when a Lab won't eat, it is a serious problem. I am fighting this witha 14 year old with ...
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| 6 month choc lab | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 month old male choc lab. he is a great puppy. couple concerns. He has several (30+) ...
A: I currently have a 10 month old exception, but many Labs don't bark much. I have had ones that were ...
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| Mom in heat, her son is here with us also | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I have my daughters 4 year old female yellow lab, she started her cycle yesterday, Her 11 month old ...
A: To be safe, separate them at the end of the first week and keep them separated until the end of the ...
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| barking growling puppy | 6/16/2008 |
Q: My 4 month old male yellow lab barks sometimes growls at strangers other times he is fine he has ...
A: The key to most behavior problems is approaching things using the dog's natural instincts. Dogs see ...
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| Runaway | 6/15/2008 |
Q: We have a 13 yr old yellow lab and she loved to visit my in-laws house in the country. She NEVER ...
A: That does seem a little strange. I have had some problems with my old lab wondering off and being ...
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| exercise | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I have a four month old labrador how much exercise is too much
A: The puppy always needs to be able to quit when it has had enough. Do not force it to continue if it ...
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| housebreaking, crate, water, cry | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 week old Lab puppy that I've been working on housebreaking, I'm trying kennel training ...
A: Puppies learn nothing in a crate. They need to out where you can watch them and take them out on ...
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| scared labrador puppy | 6/11/2008 |
Q: Looking for some advice on my female black lab. i just got her today from a couple who couldn't keep ...
A: Rehoming a dog that may have been poorly socialized could be a problem. I would suggest giving her ...
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| Winter weight | 6/10/2008 |
Q: Is it normal for labs to gain weight during winter? I can feel his ribs, but he seems a little ...
A: Yes, any time the dog seems to be bulking up a little, you need to cut back. I am not sure if I ...
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| 2 male labs hesitant to eat | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I have two male labs, one is 3 years old (neutered) and the other is almost 1(not neutered). They ...
A: There are exceptions but usually a Lab not eating is a serious problem. Usually any healthy dog ...
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| old doy & new dog | 6/9/2008 |
Q: We have a 6 year old rotti who weights about 125 lbs. We recently purchased a 9 month old lab. As ...
A: I don't know that the neutral territory makes that much difference, but it couldn't hurt to meet ...
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| old doy & new dog | 6/8/2008 |
Q: We have a 6 year old rotti who weights about 125 lbs. We recently purchased a 9 month old lab. As ...
A: Perhaps the best thing to do is go ahead and get the Lab neutered too. Let me assure you there is ...
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| size | 6/7/2008 |
Q: i have a wonderful pup and my brother does too,and we would like to know how big does a lab and chow ...
A: That is hard to say. If you know how big the parents were, you can expect the puppies to be near ...
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| Lab in Heat | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I have a female labrador dog, and she in heat. How long does this last, a week or more?
A: It trails off and it is hard to say when it is finish. The second and third weeks are when the most ...
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| Appropriate exercise amount for 11 month lab | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 11 month chocolate lab female. what is the appropriate amount of exercise for her to get in ...
A: It is really hard to say. Don't push it, let her set the pace and quit when she wants to. While an ...
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| feeding my lab puppy | 6/4/2008 |
Q: i have a 30 days old golden labrador pup. i feed him milk(about 100ml) thrice a day and cereal for ...
A: Cut out the milk. Puppies don't digest cows' milk very well. For the next couple of weeks ...
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| puppy biting | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 month old lab. We have had him since he was 7 weeks old. He also was neutered when he ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| housebreaking | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 month black lab whom I got at 8 weeks old. For some reason she seems to not have grasped ...
A: That is a difficult problem I have never had. I an sure you have read dogs won't foul their crates. ...
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| feeding | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 14 month old black lab.He is 75+ pounds we feed him about 1 1/2 cups of food daily, is this ...
A: That doesn't sound like much. As long as his ribs aren't showing, he may be OK. There is only one ...
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| Very disturbing behavior | 6/2/2008 |
Q: Dylan is a very sweet, non-aggressive, obedient, mild-mannered 9 1/2 month old, non-neutered, male ...
A: That is disturbing. It sounds like that is how he thinks he should play in the water. Neutering ...
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| diet for lab getting over pancreaitis | 6/1/2008 |
Q: My four yr old lab is getting over pancreatis. (one week ago) The vet put her on presciption canned ...
A: It could be you made too rapid of a change mixing the Iams into the Science. I would start over. ...
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| vegetarian diet | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I have a 7 month old female dog.we are vegetarians therefore cannot include any kind of meat in her ...
A: You are correct, dogs have trouble digesting the lactose in cows' milk. Likely the vegetarian ...
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| Night time accidents | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I have an 8 month lab who had grasped the idea of no toilet in the house at night for months until I ...
A: If confining her to a small area was working, go back to it. Activity stimulates elimination. ...
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| Lab mother with hair loss | 5/29/2008 |
Q: We are about to buy ourselves a Labrador Puupy. We went to the breeder (AKC approved) and we saw the ...
A: A female will do a major shed before coming into season and not regrow hair on her underside around ...
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| Shots | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I have a choc lab puppy, she has already had her first shots at 6 weeks of age. When do puppies need ...
A: Vaccination schedules are very controversial. Some vets say there is always bad reactions, and we ...
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| Poop Eater | 5/28/2008 |
Q: Four month old female black lab not yet spayed seems to go out of her way to eat poop. Has 3 parvo ...
A: The best solution to stool eating, coprophagy, is cleaning them up before the dog has a chance. You ...
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| Exercise & not coming when called. | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I'm wondering if you could help me determine the appropriate amount of exercise I should be giving ...
A: I would say a mile is too long for a 12 week old. See how it does. If it starts to lag before the ...
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| Vaccination question | 5/27/2008 |
Q: What's your opinion on vaccinations other than the Rabies shot? And do you think they should all be ...
A: Vaccination schedules are very controversial. Some vets say there are always bad reactions, and we ...
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| Chewing and spaying | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 month old female lab. I read advice given to someone that had issues w/ their dog ...
A: I am a strong advocate of spaying. I am also very negative about using a dog with any defects for ...
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| Housebreaking Problems | 5/24/2008 |
Q: My dog Stella is a 5 month old Black lab who we are going to spay next month. We have had her since ...
A: Just how have you been trying to housebreak her? Much of what I read elsewhere differs from the ...
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| Fast eating...? | 5/22/2008 |
Q: I am 47 years old and raising my 5th dog. Our 14 year old black Lab Winston, died of cancer ...
A: I think it is genetic. Lola, Hoover's daughter, was terrible, as will as her half sisters Princess ...
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| Plump puppies | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I've noticed that my puppy has became fat after she eats and then she go's to the bathroom, and she ...
A: I would look at her after she has had her bowel movement. You should be feeding a puppy chow now. ...
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| Bathing puppies | 5/21/2008 |
Q: My puppy is 6 weeks old I was just wondering how much i should bath her. I just don't want her to ...
A: I am a bit of an extremist on this. I seldom if ever bathe older dog, let alone puppies. As long ...
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| Crate Training | 5/19/2008 |
Q: We recently adopted a 10 wk old yellow lab and are working on crate training him during the nights. ...
A: That isn't good. He could accept being crated and settling down as part of his routine, or it could ...
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| Crate Training | 5/19/2008 |
Q: We recently adopted a 10 wk old yellow lab and are working on crate training him during the nights. ...
A: I could well have more experience with new puppies than many people writing books. I usually end up ...
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| Labrador Retriever Puppy growth | 5/19/2008 |
Q: My 15 week old Lab's hind legs are longer than her front. At this age will that most likely be the ...
A: I have seen hundreds of lab puppies at that age and don't remember any with the hind legs longer, ...
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| Labrador Retriever Puppy growth | 5/18/2008 |
Q: My 15 week old Lab's hind legs are longer than her front. At this age will that most likely be the ...
A: That sounds strange. I am glad you informed the breeder. What were you told? Has the vet said ...
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| Chewing | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I have a year old chocolate lab. He is very well trained and has a very settled routine in which he ...
A: Yes it is likely the change in routine along with continuing to mature has lead to the problem. I ...
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| Feeding | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I'm a first time dog owner. Our family has an adorable 15 month old black lab. We've had her since ...
A: If the dog never did eat very well, and has seen the vet since the problem existed, you may be over ...
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| Is my puppy to big? | 5/15/2008 |
Q: MY pure black lab is now 18 weeks old. he weighs around 35 pounds, he is currently on "science diet" ...
A: Neither I, nor anybody else on the net can say. I can help you learn how to judge it yourself. You ...
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| loose stools | 5/14/2008 |
Q: I have an 8 year old chocolate lab. She constantly has loose stools. We feed her Natural Balance ...
A: I have more confidence in the common brands than the premium ones such as Natural Balance. Any ...
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| loose stools | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I have an 8 year old chocolate lab. She constantly has loose stools. We feed her Natural Balance ...
A: I would cut out everything except duck and potato chow. The fewer things she is eating, the less ...
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| Peeing in crate | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I have a 20 week old male lab who pees in the crate when we leave him home alone. He doesn't pee in ...
A: Likely it is due to poor socialization in the important 6-12 week period. As such, it is very ...
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| Added 3rd Lab to household | 5/11/2008 |
Q: Well Labman Back in March I asked about adding a third lab to my current two lab family! I have ...
A: I would keep them in separate crates. One of the positives of a crate is that it reduces activity, ...
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| Exercise for12 wk black lab | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I have been trying to maximize exercise for my black lab puppy. Some days we have access to a huge ...
A: Stopping is a good technique, along with reversing direction. Pulling the dog backwards works very ...
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| Lab Behavior | 5/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 1/2 week old lab. She is not interested in retrieving at all. She doesn't really want ...
A: Young Labs, which I know best, and other puppies tend to very bad about biting. You see a litter of ...
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| Full anal glands | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old yellow lab who is not able to clear her anal glands herself. I have to take ...
A: This is an area I lack solid experience and training on. I think I am much quicker to admit that ...
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| Full anal glands | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 2 1/2 year old yellow lab who is not able to clear her anal glands herself. I have to take ...
A: Like some other problems, I don't know that there is a good answer. Some people claim the ...
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| black lab smell and diet | 5/4/2008 |
Q: my husband purchased a purebred black lab. The puppy is cute. I personally never had an animal ...
A: There most certainly is. I won't speculate on how, but there is no doubt dogs know when their ...
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| Bowel movement in Crate | 5/1/2008 |
Q: I have a two and a half year old golden lab that we have had problems with since we got her at 8 ...
A: It looks part of your question was cut off, ending in ''he told me''. Was the crate his idea? I ...
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| block head labs | 4/30/2008 |
Q: Are block head labs known to be more aggressive? Our neighbor has a block head lab and it has ...
A: No, that isn't true at all. Most Labs, blockhead or not, are good tempered and unaggressive. ...
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| Yellow Labs | 4/28/2008 |
Q: I am dogsitting two new dogs. One is a Labradoodle, the other is a 4 year old yellow lab, both ...
A: inch collar. I don't like them, have never used them, and am not sure just how. However awful they ...
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| Help with 2yr. old Lab mix | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I adopt my dog about 2 months ago. She is great and I try to treat her right. The problem I'm having ...
A: Many dogs eventually outgrow it, but you can reduce it by building the dog's confidence up. Start ...
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| newcomer | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have two labs. They are brothers. My two labs (Rex and Max)are a year old. They were raised with ...
A: The Labs may be a little too boisterous for a Pomeranian, but if you declare a time out as needed, ...
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| barking | 4/21/2008 |
Q: i have a two year old lab and ever since he was bit he have had a problem barking at anyone or ...
A: Nobody knows everything. It is confused about who is in charge. It is quite possible it is used ...
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| Best age to spey a labrador retriever | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I have a georgeous chocolate lab who is just coming up to 6 months old. The vet I have taken her to ...
A: Six months has long been the standard. The trend is toward even younger. Studies show dogs do as ...
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| Black lab Size | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I am currently considering adopting a black lab mix. I am not sure what the other part is as he is ...
A: If he really is 9-10 months old, he shouldn't grow much more. One thing is to check the ends of his ...
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| dog size | 4/19/2008 |
Q: will he grow much more and how do i know if he an english or american lab or field or show type
A: Most 7 month olds will continue to grow, perhaps even after a year, but at a much slower rate. If ...
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| choc lab tugging | 4/19/2008 |
Q: the dog is a 5yr old male purebred choc lab blockhead 97lbs and in great shape akc,etc...will be ...
A: The turning around or the walk backwards variation often works well. Since it hasn't, try a head ...
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| puppy food | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I have a four week old Labrador that was given to me. I thought it was too early to be separated ...
A: Start with wet down puppy chow. Water is OK, but not cows' milk. Mush it up good and use your ...
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| 5 Year old yellow lab Male | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 year old yellow lab male that is fixed. He is a really great dog, very obedient and ...
A: I don't have a good answer to this, and I am not sure anybody else does. Moving is traumatic to a ...
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| 6 mo old lab puppy whining in the middle of night | 4/16/2008 |
Q: We have a 6 mo old yellow lab puppy. We got him at 8 weeks and immediately had him in crate. He ...
A: This is likely part of the maturing process. I think sleeping 8 hours is a people thing, not a dog ...
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| picky eater!!! | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 5mth old chocolate lab that doesn't eat very much. I feed him the Iams large breed puppy ...
A: I have searched, I have asked those saying that for proof, but can't find one shred of evidence that ...
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| picky eater!!! | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 5mth old chocolate lab that doesn't eat very much. I feed him the Iams large breed puppy ...
A: Holistic is for followers of Aristotle. They think about things, but never subject their ...
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| Our 2 year old lab just started having accidents | 4/15/2008 |
Q: We got a 2 year old female from the Ky Lab Rescue on last Sat. She has been spayed and was crate ...
A: This may be due to the medical problems and go away itself. For now, watch her and try to take her ...
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| Please suggest food for puppy with dirreah | 4/14/2008 |
Q: My 2 month puppy has recovered form severe dirreah. Please suggest some home made food for him. ...
A: If a dog is having trouble keeping anything down or continuing diarrhea try this out of the manual I ...
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| Cycling and dogs | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I would like to start cycling with my 18 month old dog, Kolo. She has loads of energy, and would ...
A: If she has been seeing the vet regularly, I am not sure she needs a special visit. The big thing is ...
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| looks to small | 4/13/2008 |
Q: my black lab is 10 weeks old and he is male from medium build mother and extra large father. he ...
A: Within in a litter, quite often one puppy will be bigger than another. Late last year I saw and ...
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| first heat | 4/13/2008 |
Q: how do i know when my my lab (6 MOnth old) is in heat? We are not sure if we are going to breed or ...
A: Since it is more difficult, most vets refuse to spay a female once she starts to come in heat. Let ...
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| 3 month old lab puppy - food question | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I have a 3 month old female chocolate lab. I have been feeding her Science Diet large breed puppy ...
A: An early switch to adult chow is a well proven technique used by the service dog schools to reduce ...
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| chocolate lab tail is turning white | 4/13/2008 |
Q: My 6 month chocolate lab's tail is turning white. I have also discoverd traces of white hair on her ...
A: No it isn't normal. Occasionally pure bred Labs are born with marking, but they are not something ...
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| 2 year old yellow labrador male | 4/12/2008 |
Q: My two year old labrador won't stop barking, he starts barking at men that come in to our home and ...
A: Dogs aren't mature until 3 years old. As they develop, they take on more and more responsibility ...
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| black labs | 4/12/2008 |
Q: Im moving out of this apt. in january and I really want to get a black lab. How do I find where to ...
A: The sad part is that the expensive pet store puppies usually are poorly bred. Consider the animal ...
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| overweight 3 week pup | 4/12/2008 |
Q: went to a breeder to see a lab pup-4 in litter but 2 died. one female is 6 pounds and breeder said ...
A: Not as far as I know. The breeder sounds to me like a classic, clueless backyard breeder. I think ...
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| Black Labs | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I heard that black labs don't bark, is this true?
A: Most Labs aren't problem barkers, black or yellow. That is not to say that there aren't Labs that ...
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| Training | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 9 month old black lab who is full of energy and gets a little to excited at times. ...
A: Consistently is very important in correcting jumping and other problems. Quickly correcting him ...
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| average size of puppy | 4/10/2008 |
Q: We just bought a female chesapeake bay retriever from a breeder out of country. The puppy is ...
A: I would take her and her medical records to the vet and see what he says. If she is much past 9.5 ...
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| Dog won't eat | 4/10/2008 |
Q: We have adopted a Chocolate Labrador five weeks ago; she is now 14 weeks. She is a wonderful dogs, ...
A: If the vet can't find anything wrong, likely she is overfed. Your dog definitely should be narrower ...
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| 2 yr Male Black Lab | 4/9/2008 |
Q: When is it too late to neuter? And is it just a myth or does it calm thier behavior?
A: After the dog has made a desperate attempt to get loose and got killed dashing off in search of a ...
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| physical development | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I have a 5 month old male Lab. I plan to neuter him, but have been told that if I do it at 6 months, ...
A: While there is some validity to giving the dogs more time to develop before spay/neutering, the head ...
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| new lab? | 4/9/2008 |
Q: We currently have 2 mini schnauzers, female 1 1/2 and male 1yr. The female is the boss, but not by ...
A: Dogs vary so much within a breed that I don't think it makes that much difference. If you already ...
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| MY DOG SHAKING HIS HEAD | 4/9/2008 |
Q: My Lab dog Buddee is male, he just turned 1 yr. old and is neutered. He started shaking his head ...
A: Smell the ear. If it knocks you flat, it is infected and the only cure is antibiotics from the vet. ...
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| Barking!! | 4/9/2008 |
Q: our 5 month old chocolate lab Winston is doing really well, fully housetrained and chewing only his ...
A: Perhaps being generous with treats will work as well as anything. Having a good pack structure ...
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| lab puppy 5months old throwing up | 4/8/2008 |
Q: chocalte lab puppy 5 months old female We took Princess to the vet got get spayed on march 24, 2008. ...
A: That shouldn't be. Try a bland diet for a week. If a dog is having trouble keeping anything down ...
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| my dog just won't stop? | 4/8/2008 |
Q: my dog gets exited sometimes and starts to hump our legs, i know it means she wants a man but i do ...
A: Spay her if not already. It may also be more about status. The key to most behavior problems is ...
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| lab pup | 4/8/2008 |
Q: My 10 week old puppy sleeps well in the crate at night and she is fine in the crate when we laeve ...
A: There is nothing wrong with popping the puppy in the crate while you are tied up with children or ...
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| ingred. list in puppys food | 4/8/2008 |
Q: My 3 mo.puppy & I went to our first puppy training class. The trainer said "meat & meat byproduct" ...
A: I pay very little attention to the ingredients in a dog chow. I think how the dogs eating it do is ...
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| lab pup | 4/8/2008 |
Q: My 10 week old puppy sleeps well in the crate at night and she is fine in the crate when we laeve ...
A: Accidents and damaged possessions are the fault of whoever was watching the puppy. When you are ...
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| My Black Female Lab..Tia | 4/8/2008 |
Q: Sir: My son adopted a 8 mth old female Black Lab from our Animal control. She is so pretty and very ...
A: While hip problems are common, many Labs are fine. It is mostly the breeding, with early care being ...
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| Lab in heat? | 4/8/2008 |
Q: We have a lab that we found about a month ago. She has recently begun to act strangely. We are ...
A: The second and third weeks after the discharge starts are when the most risk of accidental breeding ...
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| adding a puppy to my home | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 year old male (neutered) yellow lab. I have had him since he was 6 weeks old. He is very ...
A: That is just the way some dogs are. As long as one of them is willing to be a door mat, everything ...
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| Exercising a puppy | 4/7/2008 |
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