Make sure your puppy’s or dog’s collar is off while she is in a crate as this could be extremely dangerous. Your puppy can get her collar caught in the crate, leading to a disastrous situation. And make sure the crate is never in direct sunlight, or placed too close to a vent or radiator. […]

Dog Commands – An important step to becoming a great owner! Every dog should be able to understand and follow the basic dog commands. The commands are very easy to teach and once your labrador has learnt them the two of you will be able to communicate so much better! As with any area of […]

Behavior Problems: Stopping Your Dog Jumping Up When Being Greeted Dog jumping on people is a highly social and usually dominant way for dogs to say “Hello.” Play-fighting by dominant types involves similar behavior. The socially bold dog that is isolated often jumps excitedly when a person enters its area. Removal of the causative factors, […]

The term “etiquette” refers to an acceptable mode of social behavior. Unlike commands, which are executed only on order, manners color behavior at all times. Unless you and your dog still live in a cave, he will need some manners. Naturally, your pup’s mother began this phase of his education, teaching him to play gently, […]

Your guide to labrador retriever puppy training! If you think training labrador puppies is tough, think again! When you bring home a pup, training can start straight away and before you know it you will have a fully housebroken labrador puppy. Puppies are constantly needing to ‘eliminate’ and will usually find a spot and continue […]