Owner guide - Labrador retrievers love to swim

Labrador retrievers love to swim. Keep a towel handy!

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Owner guide - Keep your Labrador Retriever indoors or out

Keep your Labrador Retriever indoors or out. They are moderately active and will be happy in a yard or house.

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Owner guide - Labrador retrievers tend to be somewhat stubborn

Remember that Labrador retrievers tend to be somewhat stubborn, which means that you must be consistent and patient while training them.

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Owner guide - Trim labrador retriever's nails

Make sure to trim labrador retriever's nails regularly ' every month ' to prevent foot problems.

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Owner guide - Bathe the labrador retriever only if it stinks

Bathe the labrador retriever only if it stinks. It doesn't require special grooming and can be washed at home.

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Owner guide - Brush your labrador retriever once a week

Brush your labrador retriever once a week with a slicker brush to keep shedding under control.

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Owner guide - Learn about the health problems

Learn about the health problems associated with this breed: hip and elbow dysplasia and some eye disorders.

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Owner guide - Keep your labrador retriever weight down

Keep your labrador retriever weight down. Overweight dogs will have more health problems, including heart trouble and arthritis.

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Owner guide - Labradors don't really reach adulthood until they are three years old

Understand Labradors don't really reach adulthood until they are three years old, unlike most breeds, which reach it around the age of two.

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DOG FAQ - What is the average number of puppies in a litter for Labrador Retrievers?

According to statistics, the avg number of puppies in a litter for Labrador Retrievers is 7.8.

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DOG FAQ - How long does it take for a Labrador retriever to stop growing?

The bulk of a Labrador Retriever's growth is done by 12 months, although they will continue gaining weight until about 18 months.

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DOG FAQ - Are Labrador retrievers smarter than golden retrievers?

Labradors are one of the smarter breeds around, and golden retrievers are even smarter than that.

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DOG FAQ - How often should you give a Labrador retriever a bath?

Not often and less than once a month. Under four times a year is best. Bathing too much destroys the natural oils in fur of Labrador Retrievers.

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DOG FAQ - Do Labrador retrievers like water?

Labrador Retrievers love to swim and take to water naturally. This is from the fact that their ancestors were trained to retrieve game from water.

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DOG FAQ - What is the gestation period for Labrador retrievers?

Pregnancy, also called the gestation period, ranges from 60 to 67 days, averaging 63 days for Labrador retrievers.

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DOG FAQ - What is the average size of a Labrador retriever?

Labrador Retrievers are medium in size, strong, athletic, & well balanced. The males are about 65-80 pounds and the female 55-70.

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DOG FAQ - How much are Labrador retriever puppies?

The cost of Labrador Retriever puppies will vary with each breeder, area and blood line. A full-bred puppy can cost up to $800.

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DOG FAQ - What is the life span of a Labrador retriever?

The typical life span for Labrador Retrievers is 10-13 years.

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DOG FAQ - What health problems are Labradors prone to?

Hip and elbow dysplasia can be a problem. Progressive Retinal Atrophy and Retinal Dysplasia are both problems in Labrador Retrievers, so dogs being bred must be examined yearly by an veterinary ophthalmologist. Labrador Retrievers are prone to mild skin allergies in some regions of the United States, notably Southern California. Ear infections are always a potential problem with hanging ears. You can minimize the potential for health problems by choosing the breeder of your puppy carefully.

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DOG FAQ - Will a male or female Labrador make a better pet?

Both sexes make good pets. In general, male Labrador Retrievers are more dependent and females are somewhat independent. For example, if you are at home working on your computer, your male Labrador Retriever will probably sleep right under your feet while your female will probably sleep in the other room and just come in and check on you periodically. For most people, a male Labrador Retriever will probably make the best pet!

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