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Labrador retrievers are one of the most popular and beloved dog breeds in the country, and also around the world. They are easy to get along with and are very good with children. If you have decided to on purchasing your new pet puppy from a yellow or black Labrador breeder, it is good to know that not all breeders are alike. Think of it as purchasing a vehicle; you would check out the dealership and the salesman just as much as you would check out the car he is trying to sell you.

The Bad Apple Black Labrador Breeders

No one wants to buy a lemon car, and no one wants to end up with a bad-tempered “lemon” puppy either. You tend to avoid the bad reputation of the used car salesman, and you should look to avoid the Labrador retriever breeders who only want to make money and do not care for the animals they are selling at all. Some places are known as puppy mills, where a lot of interbreeding happens and the moms are kept caged and not cared for while they are turning out the puppies.

Many of these breeding businesses also tend sell to anyone and everyone. This includes pet stores who might stuff three or four Lab pups into one cage, puppy brokers, and even those who participate in dog fighting. This kind of

black Labrador breeder

really is the bad apple that could spoil customers on the idea of buying from anyone. It may sound like a little scary, but the sad part is how true that scary side is.

Despite a darker side to the force, decent and dog loving black Labrador breeders are out there, and they have the affiliations and customer testimonials to prove it. You may have begun your search online, but it might not be a bad idea to do a little leg work as well. You will need to choose a veterinarian anyway for your new pup, so check with their staff about any black Labrador breeder recommendations they might have.

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When you decide to take him traveling for the first time, you should always give him food in small amounts throughout the day, while he adjusts to traveling. If you feed him a lot of food before you head out, he may get sick in the car and have an accident. By reducing the amount of food that he consumes, heíll be much more in control of his bladder and himself.

When you are traveling, always plan to make frequent rest stops and allow your Yellow Retriever time to relieve himself. You should also take some time to exercise as well, stopping every few hours for bathroom breaks and exercise. Yellow Retrievers will hold themselves if they need to, although it isnít good for them. No matter how far you travel, you should always be kind to your dog and stop every so often to let him have some time.

A common mistake that many have made, and one you should avoid at all costs, is letting your Yellow ride in a moving vehicle with his head out the window. Although you may think this is a good idea, your Yellow can easily get an eye, ear, or nose injury. Cars and trucks move at very fast speeds, and something can pop up when you least expect it and do serious damage to your dog.

When you stop for a break or to fill up your car, you should never allow your Yellow Retriever to be alone in the car with the windows up. Even though you may crack the windows for him, the heat of summer can result in a heat stroke if you are not careful. If your dog does get a heatstroke from being locked up in a hot car, he can easily die before you are able to return to the car. If you simply must leave your dog in the car, make sure that you park in the shade and give him plenty of air.

As long as you do your part and take care of your Yellow Retriever when you travel, he will love to travel with you. Traveling is something that your Yellow needs to get used to, although most adapt to it fairly quick. Once you have taken your dog traveling with you, he will know when itís time to travel and eventually learn to tell you when you need to stop so he can use the bathroom.

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The only three recognized colors of purebred Labrador Retrievers are yellow, black and chocolate (which used to be called liver). There are many shades of yellow in yellow Labrador Retrievers. Some are so pale that they are called "white", even though their papers will call them yellow. The darkest shade of yellow is sometimes called "gold", but even the darkest golden Labrador Retriever will not compare to the luster of a Golden Retriever.

But, like PT Barnum said, "There's a sucker born every minute", and they will believe whatever they are told. If they are told that there is such a thing as a purebred golden Labrador, they will break open their wallets and buy one. Even when they can clearly see that the puppy's color is yellow, they think the "golden" label means "premium" and they will buy the so-called "golden Labrador Retriever" over the identical-looking "yellow Labrador Retriever."

Nothing Wrong With A Yellow Lab
If you do discover that your pricey "golden Labrador Retriever" is simply a yellow Lab, take heart. Your dog will still be loyal and comical and loving. Keep the dog. But by all means, complain to the Better Business Bureau about how the dog was represented. It would help if you had a copy of the original ad that lead you to the kennel and a copy of the contract. You did get a contract with your "golden Labrador Retriever", didn’t you? If not, there's ANOTHER thing to complain about.

If you go to a rescue shelter and see a dog listed as a purebred golden Labrador Retriever, the staff just made a common mistake. Don't rip into them about it – they are doing the best you can. You could write a thank you letter about how well you are getting on with your rescue dog and just casually mention that, officially, there is no such thing as a purebred golden Labrador Retriever. Once that is done, concentrate on building up a great friendship with your new Lab of whatever color.

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At first getting a mixed dog may not seem like a good idea, but in some cases mixed breeds can work out very well and you can gain the benefits of both breeds in one dog. One mix that consistently works out well for its owners is the Labrador retriever mix. These two breeds compliment each other very well and a Labrador retriever mix is often a very sought after dog. Now you never will be able to win the Westminster Dog Show, but if you are looking for family pet that will be loyal to the end, then the Labrador retriever mix may be what you are looking for.

Qualities Of A Labrador Retriever Mix

While all dogs have their own unique characteristics, there are usually some that will almost always be found within a breed. Beagles almost always have a ton of energy, hounds are usually much more laid back, and the list goes on. The same thing can be said for a Labrador retriever mix.

The first you will almost always find in a Labrador retriever mix is a great intelligence. Labradors are one of the smartest dog breeds around, and golden retrievers are even smarter. Consistently retrievers will rank very high in intelligence exams, so this mix generally will also be extremely intelligent. This can be both a boon and hindrance. If you are looking for a very smart dog than the Labrador retriever mix will most certainly fall into that category. If you are looking for a dog that is not as smart and perhaps a bit less curious, then maybe you should not look at this combination.

A second quality that is very predictable in a Labrador retriever mix that is usually very predictable is their temperament. Unlike other like a lab chow mix, you can expect the temperament of a Labrador retriever mix will almost always be very mild and attentive. Lab chows can be extremely unpredictable; with some being like their lab parents and being very mild, will others can be extremely hostile and uncontrollable.

There are many other features of the mixing of these two breeds that make them desirable. There size will generally be predictable as both dogs are of similar stature. Coloration and shape will also be predictable, especially between a retriever and a yellow lab. If both these dogs have qualities you like, then you may want to consider looking at a Labrador retriever mix.

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For a bit of fun I have been doing some agility courses in Delaware, Michigan and at McCann's Training School in Flamboro, Ontario for the past few months. My little friend Tarnation has also been taking up some of my time with my master but he is a nice guy and I still get to ride in the front seat of the truck and get my special snacks from Ronald McDonald's.

Went out with some friends last weekend for a little hunter trial practice in Valens . Me and my little friend Tar had some good slogging through the marsh but had no problem finding those dead ducks they were throwing out for us.

For the real thing we were down in the Port Dover,Ontario for the real thing. Just luv them ducks, and I get to have a real swim too.

Here I am at Dover with a prize:

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The books give proud owners of adopted dogs a chance to showcase them, raise awareness about dog adoption and breed characteristics, and generate funding for dog rescue through the donation of a portion of each sale. By the end of November, they will have completed “Lost Souls: Found!” books on Boston Terriers, Golden Retrievers, Dachshunds, Labradors, and Pit Bulls. They deserve your support and have also published a very special memoir of a Hollywood Studio Wrangler who has worked on set with adopted dogs entitled “Hollywood Barks!”

You can find them at Happy Tails Books

Labrador puppy training is very different than Labrador dog training and it is important to find a trainer that recognizes this. Labrador puppy training typically involves teaching the puppy to not do things that they are naturally inclined to do, such as strengthening their jaws by chewing on furniture, relieving themselves wherever they choose, and barking at unfamiliar people, animals, and objects. All of these traits would help the puppy to survive if they were living in the wild, but can be quite annoying when the puppy is living in a home.

Tips For Labrador Puppy Training

If the owner decides to hire a professional dog trainer for the Labrador puppy training, it is important that the trainer has experience with training Labrador puppies. Labrador retrievers are a smart breed of dog, but a puppy is like any other child and may exhibit common childlike behaviors such as stubbornness and a love of mischief. Although most Labrador puppies love to learn new things and strive to please their owner or trainer, Labrador puppy training can be frustrating and requires a great deal of patience on the part of the trainer.

Labrador puppy training takes time and cannot be accomplished in the space of a few days. Any professional trainer that guarantees results in the space of a few days is either lying or runs the risk of hurting the puppy by overworking him to get him to learn in a shorter period of time. Professional trainers that truly know how to conduct Labrador puppy training understand that they must work at a pace that the puppy can handle and each step in the training process has to be mastered by the puppy before the next step in the training process can be accomplished.

The best way to accomplish Labrador puppy training is with patience and positive reinforcement to let the puppy know that everyone is pleased with the progress that they have accomplished. A Labrador puppy can be trained to do almost anything and will retain these lessons for the remainder of their lives. Because Labrador puppy training is successful a high percentage of the time, these puppies are often trained for important jobs, such as seeing eye dogs for the blind and service dogs for individuals that are handicapped.

You definitely know that you want a Labrador puppy with a chocolate coat, so the next step is to begin searching for a chocolate Labrador breeder. Yellow lab breeders would likely be more plentiful than looking through lists and web sites for a chocolate Labrador breeder, but they are out there. A good few places to begin your search would be online, and possibly by attending a few local dog shows.

You might also consider checking with an animal supply store for leads on finding reputable chocolate Labrador breeders. Pet groomers might have some tips and information as well. Many dog breeds have clubs that have been set up by owners to socialize with other like owners. They can often be easily located through directories and through web sites online. Referrals are the best way for any business to thrive, and dog breeders especially rely on their satisfied customers talking to others.

The Search Continues

Many a chocolate Labrador breeder has taken their business online as well; digging through search engine results might yield more than just a few names in the yellow pages. And while you are online, check out the web site for the American Kennel Club; this is one of a few prestigious associations that any good quality chocolate Labrador breeder will want to be a part of.

Find out how active they are in the canine community. “Puppy mill” operators tend to stay away since their breeding practices are looked down on by animal rights groups and other seasoned and respected chocolate Labrador and other breeders. Most of the adorable puppies you see in pet stores are products of the puppy mills, where breeding is more about quantity and not the quality of the lineage.

Once you have found the right chocolate Labrador breeder, you are another step closer to discovering which of those sweet faced puppies is your new home addition. It is okay to take your time when selecting a puppy. Even the breeder will understand your desire not to rush. They want each puppy to find the right home just as much as you want to find the right puppy for your home.

Don’t Rush

Most people, when they see a Labrador dog adoption advertisement tends to rush into adopting the dog based solely on the appearance of the pet in question. However, there is more to Labrador dog adoption than the appearance of the Labrador because you also need to think about other important factors before going ahead with Labrador dog adoption.

To begin with, you must be sure in your mind that you do in fact need to own a pet; bringing home a pet dog involves taking on a big responsibility which you must be able to shoulder. You need to be sure that your family is willing to keep a pet and you also need to consider the age of other family members before going ahead with Labrador dog adoption.

Other factors that you need to consider before proceeding with Labrador dog adoption include making a commitment to ensuring the welfare of the Labrador, being patient and tolerant with him and you also need to take on the responsibility of feeding and grooming your pet. If you have children in the home, you need not worry about bringing home a Labrador because Labradors are gentle and friendly with children.

Labrador dog adoption is rather inexpensive as compared to buying a puppy because the majority of adopted Labradors will already have been vaccinated and spayed and they also may have been trained by their previous masters. Still, there are many expenses that you will need to consider including paying for veterinary care, food, grooming, toys and also some dog supplies.

Another important aspect to owning a Labrador is Labrador training which must be begun as early as possible. In the case of Labrador dog adoption, the good news is that most adopted Labradors generally do not give many problems because they may have been sent to shelters only because their owner was unable to properly care for them and not because of bad behavior.

Labrador dog adoption is good for you as well as for the pet since you will be helping him get a new home and in return, you will be getting a pet that will provide you with much joy. If you are looking for a Labrador check this online site Petango which has real-time listings of dogs in animal shelters all across the USA and Canada and we assist you in finding the Labrador you want.