Labrador Blogs

Christmas gifts for Lab people: a Boxing Day walk kit, a light-up collar for dark December walks, a Christmas toy tough enough for a Lab and baby's first Christmas, plus how to keep the turkey safe.

Why do Labradors follow you everywhere? Six real reasons, from retriever instincts to the kitchen, what's normal, and how to teach a calm 'wait' at the door.

Why are Labradors so clingy? They were bred to work with people. Velcro vs needy vs anxious, how long Labs can be left alone and how to build calm independence.

Why do Labradors love water so much? Bred as water retrievers, with an otter tail and waterproof coat. Are Labs good swimmers, and how to keep swimming safe.

Do Labradors bark a lot? Not usually, but most bark when excited, bored or frustrated. Types of Labrador bark, door and lead barking, and what really helps.

Why do Labradors eat everything? Socks, stones, poo and bins: why Labs scavenge, what's dangerous, what to do if he swallows something and how to stop it.

Why are Labradors always hungry? A quarter carry a gene that makes them hungrier and burn fewer calories. What it means, and how to keep your Lab lean.

How much exercise does a Labrador need? Around two hours a day for most adults, with brain work. Puppy joint safety, working vs show Labs and signs of too much.

Do Labradors shed? Yes, a lot. Their double coat sheds all year with big spring and autumn moults. How much, colour, allergies and how to keep on top of it.

Labrador pros and cons, honestly: friendly, trainable and great with families, but they shed, eat, chew and need lots of exercise. Are Labs high maintenance?

Labrador personality traits: friendly, food-driven, biddable and slow to grow up. Working vs show lines, colour, life stages and why Labs are so friendly.

How to train a Labrador puppy: house training, biting, calm, loose-lead walking and recall, with a first-year timeline and why reward-based training works best.

Are Labradors good family dogs? Yes, among the best, but size, bounce and appetite need managing. Kids by age, are Labs protective, and simple house rules.

Gifts that survive a Labrador: hoodies, tees and mugs for the owner, plus tough chew toys, puzzle feeders and drying kit for the dog. Prices in $, £ and €.