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Labrador Retriever Pros and Cons

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Labrador Retriever

Whether you’re looking at the chocolate, yellow, or black varieties, there’s one thing that all Labrador Retrievers have in common — their innate friendliness. It is almost impossible to find a Labrador retriever who doesn’t like making friends or being around people, which is also one of the reasons why it’s such a beloved breed for families around the world.

This breed is also considered the top choice for service dogs, simply because of their high level of intelligence, athleticism, and unwavering devotion. In this article, we will discuss some of the basic information that you should know about Labrador Retrievers – from their history and characteristics to their needs and care.

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Working from Home with a Puppy or New Dog – 5 Tips That Help

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Work from Home with a New Dog

Did you adopt a pandemic puppy because you had to work at home? Many did of course and a huge number of people continue to work from home, even today. If you are still working from home while welcoming a new puppy, dog, or cat, then your furry companion will become part of your day almost as much as the job at hand. However, striking a good balance between the two can take some work! This article provides you with 5 ways in which you can include your new pet in a work-from-home routine.

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DNA Testing for Dogs Can Identify the Breed of Your Dog

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Dog DNA Testing

Do you know what breed your dog is? Are you sure, or is there an element of doubt? And why would it matter? Perhaps a dog DNA test could be the answer for you. I can think of a few different scenarios in which dog owners might wish they could be more certain of their dog’s breed.

Perhaps you have recently bought a puppy from a breeder. A few weeks later, the puppy’s physical traits are starting to make you wonder if he is indeed a purebred.

On the other hand, perhaps you have adopted a dog from a shelter and want to understand the lineage in order to provide the best possible care and training.

Or, maybe, you are just fed up with not being able to tell people your dog’s heritage. Remember those other dog owners you meet in the park? Conversation invariably leads to “So what is your dog?” Of course, they are referring to his/her breed.

If you know that you do in fact own a Maltese or a Poodle or a Cocker Spaniel, then there is no problem.

However, if you are unsure exactly what breed or cross-breed your dog is, then there are a few solutions you could try.

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Best Washable Dog Beds for Bigger Dogs

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Wash dog beds

The question ‘Can you wash dog beds?’ dominated my thinking recently. For good reason. We had just visited the home of a relative, unannounced. Well, when I say unannounced, I guess our friends knew that we were going to drop in sometime that day. Perhaps they weren’t expecting us quite so early in the morning. Oops. Our mistake. I would not have been happy either, if I were the host.

Anyway, to cut a long story short, their little dog, Daisy, was definitely making her presence felt. And not by jumping up or barking or being adorably cute, which she is. Rather, Daisy caught our attention with the smell. Her doggie bed was punctuating the air with an undeniable stench.

Dog bedding can be a huge problem when it comes to cleanliness.

As it happened, when we returned the next day, at a more reasonable hour, the aroma was perfectly sweet.

How did Daisy’s owners do it?

Mind you, there are many washable beds for small dogs (affiliate link). and little dog beds are probably easier to wash than huge, bulky dog beds. Nevertheless, Daisy’s bed was now looking almost brand new and the whole house smelt fresh and clean.

What secret did Daisy’s owners have up their sleeves for cleaning dog bedding so quickly and so effectively? Or was it their choice of dog bed?

Let’s see.

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Why Is My Dog Panting Excessively & Overheating?

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Cooling Panting Dogs

Some dogs seem to pant more than others, but there is nearly always an explanation. Your particular dog could be panting due to a variety of reasons, such as overheating, excitement, anxiety, fear, pain or an underlying health problem.

Excessive heat is a very common cause of this kind of panting, as you would expect. But it is not the only reason. So we’ll briefly look at other possibilities before discussing how to manage the overheating issue. This is a matter of concern for both groomers as well as for dog owners.

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