Comments on: Is the Labrador Retriever the Best Family Dog? http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog Dog Training Information Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:28:47 +0000 hourly 1 By: pianoplayer4life http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4342 pianoplayer4life Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:25:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4342 labs are great pets your all around family dog if my lab won't eat my puppy who bites her ( really hard on the ears and stuff) then i doubt she will eat you sis. They are great first dogs...they can tend to be a little hyper, so they need exercise, they are fairly easy to train... they are very smart but they always have tennis ball on the brain mine is really obsessive like the one in the movie spanglish ( not wuite as bad though) it is actually a lot of money to keep a dog....350 and over just to buy the puppy and about 250 to 300 for shots plus food, toys, leash bed, bones, license, id tag, spay/ neuter which will be about 100 depending on where you go, microchip- good thing to prevent your pup from getting loss about 30 bucks, and then puppies do damage some things- you can do the math-...but be careful when the pup's lil he goes through a teething stage...also they are a lot of responsibilty they cry during the night and have to be taken out so thats about 1/2 to hour of lost sleep and moreo and doghouses and kennals ( kennals are a necessity ) are very important the are probably around 50-60 bucks for a fullgrown lab one ...you can look at http://www.petfinder.com and at your local animal shelter and also in the penny saver and classifieds ( in the newspaper ) for your dog there are two types of labs american (field)- more hyper and bigger but still great dogs- for a pic got to http://freetobeme11.blogspot.com and then their are the english- not quite as cute ( have more blocky heads) smaller and mellow<br><b>References : </b><br>lab owner labs are great pets your all around family dog if my lab won’t eat my puppy who bites her ( really hard on the ears and stuff) then i doubt she will eat you sis. They are great first dogs…they can tend to be a little hyper, so they need exercise, they are fairly easy to train… they are very smart but they always have tennis ball on the brain mine is really obsessive like the one in the movie spanglish ( not wuite as bad though) it is actually a lot of money to keep a dog….350 and over just to buy the puppy and about 250 to 300 for shots plus food, toys, leash bed, bones, license, id tag, spay/ neuter which will be about 100 depending on where you go, microchip- good thing to prevent your pup from getting loss about 30 bucks, and then puppies do damage some things- you can do the math-…but be careful when the pup’s lil he goes through a teething stage…also they are a lot of responsibilty they cry during the night and have to be taken out so thats about 1/2 to hour of lost sleep and moreo and doghouses and kennals ( kennals are a necessity ) are very important the are probably around 50-60 bucks for a fullgrown lab one …you can look at http://www.petfinder.com and at your local animal shelter and also in the penny saver and classifieds ( in the newspaper ) for your dog there are two types of labs american (field)- more hyper and bigger but still great dogs- for a pic got to http://freetobeme11.blogspot.com
and then their are the english- not quite as cute ( have more blocky heads) smaller and mellow
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]]> By: TritanBear http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4341 TritanBear Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:23:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4341 Labs are one of the absolute greatest dogs. I have owned tons of different breeds and although I loved each dog I never fell in love with a breed until I got Labs. They are highly intelligent so yes they are easy to train. They are not known to be a dominant breed so they are great for the inexperienced dog owner. They are very versatile and highly affectionate. Their favorite thing is to be around you and family. They are one of the top breeds for service work because of their love of people and dedication to their masters. also for their intelligence and friendliness. I would never be without one ever. My 2 year old yellow Lab knows over 55 words and commands, and is the funniest dog ever. You can try your local shelters or a Lab rescue. I know in my area there are several Lab puppies in need of a home. IF you go to a breeder make sure it is a reputable one. As with any breed there can be poor breeding. Also there are 2 types of Labs, they are the exact same breed but lets say different styles. The English are the ones with blocky heads and you would see them in the confirmation show ring. They tend to be a little quieter. The American are taller, thinner and have a slightly longer heads. They are used in the field trials and hunting. They tend to have a little more energy for that reason. But regardless they all have the loving, affectionate Lab personality it is more the look. My yellow is English and I got him from a "show" breeder and paid $800.00. But I got the hips certified he came from great lines and was carefully bred. My boyfriend black Lab is the American style and he got her from a rescue for $100.00. My dogs go in once a year for a checkup, which is necessary and with shots and test I usually pay $280.00 Depending on if they needed boosters. They also get heart worm tested.That usually covers the cost of heartworm meds and 6 month of flea stuff. I only use the best dog food well the most natural and that is about $50.00 for 3-4 weeks. I spoil my dogs so their treats chews and toys are $25.00 a week (but that is not necessary) Collars leashes brushes etc about $35.00 every month or so. Shampoos and vitamins lotion, etc about $50.00 every couple months. But keep in mind I am bringing most of the cost on myself because they are my kids. I like doggie health insurance it really helps if there was an accident (God forbid) or an illness and it does give you some reduction on regular vet costs. If you are going to get a puppy I highly suggest you get a crate. It is safer for them and for your house and stuff. The intial cost is always the worst. But the unconditional love and companionship you recieve is well worth it. Labs are the greatest and as a family dog I can not say enough good about them. Check you rescue groupd first if not that find a VERY reputable breeder. Labs are the number one dog in the US and England so there is a lot of over breeding and poor breeding. Which will cost you more in the long run.You will never regret having a Lab.<br><b>References : </b><br> Labs are one of the absolute greatest dogs. I have owned tons of different breeds and although I loved each dog I never fell in love with a breed until I got Labs. They are highly intelligent so yes they are easy to train. They are not known to be a dominant breed so they are great for the inexperienced dog owner. They are very versatile and highly affectionate. Their favorite thing is to be around you and family. They are one of the top breeds for service work because of their love of people and dedication to their masters. also for their intelligence and friendliness. I would never be without one ever. My 2 year old yellow Lab knows over 55 words and commands, and is the funniest dog ever. You can try your local shelters or a Lab rescue. I know in my area there are several Lab puppies in need of a home. IF you go to a breeder make sure it is a reputable one. As with any breed there can be poor breeding. Also there are 2 types of Labs, they are the exact same breed but lets say different styles. The English are the ones with blocky heads and you would see them in the confirmation show ring. They tend to be a little quieter. The American are taller, thinner and have a slightly longer heads. They are used in the field trials and hunting. They tend to have a little more energy for that reason. But regardless they all have the loving, affectionate Lab personality it is more the look.
My yellow is English and I got him from a "show" breeder and paid $800.00. But I got the hips certified he came from great lines and was carefully bred. My boyfriend black Lab is the American style and he got her from a rescue for $100.00. My dogs go in once a year for a checkup, which is necessary and with shots and test I usually pay $280.00 Depending on if they needed boosters. They also get heart worm tested.That usually covers the cost of heartworm meds and 6 month of flea stuff. I only use the best dog food well the most natural and that is about $50.00 for 3-4 weeks. I spoil my dogs so their treats chews and toys are $25.00 a week (but that is not necessary) Collars leashes brushes etc about $35.00 every month or so. Shampoos and vitamins lotion, etc about $50.00 every couple months. But keep in mind I am bringing most of the cost on myself because they are my kids. I like doggie health insurance it really helps if there was an accident (God forbid) or an illness and it does give you some reduction on regular vet costs.
If you are going to get a puppy I highly suggest you get a crate. It is safer for them and for your house and stuff. The intial cost is always the worst. But the unconditional love and companionship you recieve is well worth it. Labs are the greatest and as a family dog I can not say enough good about them. Check you rescue groupd first if not that find a VERY reputable breeder. Labs are the number one dog in the US and England so there is a lot of over breeding and poor breeding. Which will cost you more in the long run.You will never regret having a Lab.
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]]> By: sophylakes http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4340 sophylakes Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:21:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4340 go to akc.org and click on labs.. then click on breeder referral and then your state. a quality lab with full health guarantee will probably be near $1000.<br><b>References : </b><br> go to akc.org and click on labs.. then click on breeder referral and then your state. a quality lab with full health guarantee will probably be near $1000.
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]]> By: positivepettrainer http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4339 positivepettrainer Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:19:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4339 Go to Petfinder.com and type Animal - Dog Breed - Labrador Retriever Age - Baby and your other information and they may have a Lab Puppy that needs a home.<br><b>References : </b><br> Go to Petfinder.com and type
Animal – Dog
Breed – Labrador Retriever
Age – Baby
and your other information and they may have a Lab Puppy that needs a home.
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]]> By: jumptumblestunt http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4338 jumptumblestunt Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:17:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4338 Labs are GREAT family dogs, and I commend you for choosing such a great breed...petfinder.com has many different dogs, all from rescues, in your area. If I were you, though, I would probably get a young adult (1-2 years)..to not deal with the housebreaking and training...a one year old and a rambunctious lab puppy together are a TON of work lol! Plus you can exercise adults more rigorously (SERIOUSLY key to owning a lab...excersise them and they are worlds best dogs!) without worrying about damiging their joints and growth plates.<br><b>References : </b><br> Labs are GREAT family dogs, and I commend you for choosing such a great breed…petfinder.com has many different dogs, all from rescues, in your area.

If I were you, though, I would probably get a young adult (1-2 years)..to not deal with the housebreaking and training…a one year old and a rambunctious lab puppy together are a TON of work lol!

Plus you can exercise adults more rigorously (SERIOUSLY key to owning a lab…excersise them and they are worlds best dogs!) without worrying about damiging their joints and growth plates.
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]]> By: sonofmary http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4337 sonofmary Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:15:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4337 Labs are great family dogs, but they do not stay small for very long. Plus there is a chance your sister may have allergies to pet dander. A labradoodle is hypoallergenic and has the personality of a lab. Do some research, below is a great resource for choosing a breed for you and your family.<br><b>References : </b><br>http://animal.discovery.com/breedselector/dogselectorindex.do Labs are great family dogs, but they do not stay small for very long. Plus there is a chance your sister may have allergies to pet dander. A labradoodle is hypoallergenic and has the personality of a lab. Do some research, below is a great resource for choosing a breed for you and your family.
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]]> By: Gr8danelady http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4336 Gr8danelady Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:13:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4336 The solution might be an older Lab from a shelter. Young Labs are very bouncy and boisterous, too rambunctious for a baby. But once they are over the puppy stage, you couldn't find a better family dog. Like any dog, you need to know that they have a good temperament first. The other advantages of getting an older dog, is that it most likely will be housetrained already. We chose an abused purebred yellow Lab from a shelter as our boys first dog, and he was a gem. He went everywhere with us and was dearly loved by the whole family. We finally lost him to old age, and that was a sad day for all of us.<br><b>References : </b><br> The solution might be an older Lab from a shelter. Young Labs are very bouncy and boisterous, too rambunctious for a baby. But once they are over the puppy stage, you couldn’t find a better family dog. Like any dog, you need to know that they have a good temperament first.

The other advantages of getting an older dog, is that it most likely will be housetrained already.

We chose an abused purebred yellow Lab from a shelter as our boys first dog, and he was a gem. He went everywhere with us and was dearly loved by the whole family. We finally lost him to old age, and that was a sad day for all of us.
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]]> By: odrozaba http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4335 odrozaba Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:11:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4335 I would search on-line for a Lab Kennel club in your area they can answer any questions you have about the dog they can also help you find a good breeder. Labs have a lot of energy and can be any where from 50 -150 lbs depending on the breeder so make sure you have the room and an energy outlet for him. DO NOT BUY FROM A PET STORE!!! Check out the parents they will give you a good idea on what the puppy will look like when he is big also what his temperament will be like.<br><b>References : </b><br> I would search on-line for a Lab Kennel club in your area they can answer any questions you have about the dog they can also help you find a good breeder. Labs have a lot of energy and can be any where from 50 -150 lbs depending on the breeder so make sure you have the room and an energy outlet for him. DO NOT BUY FROM A PET STORE!!! Check out the parents they will give you a good idea on what the puppy will look like when he is big also what his temperament will be like.
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]]> By: Married and loving it!!!! http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4334 Married and loving it!!!! Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:09:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4334 Look on http://dogbreedinfo.com/children.htm scroll down and click on labrador retriver. Also find out what others would be good with her. Please adopt from a shelter. Look on here to find puppys near you: http://www.petfinder.com/ I got my lab from the shelter a year ago when she was only 8 weeks old. She is lab and cockerspaniel. I have kids 3 year old and a 6 year old and my friends all have babies and toddlers. All my dog ever wants to do is lick them to death. You cant go wrong with a lab!!!! Just make sure to walk it every day. Good luck<br><b>References : </b><br> Look on http://dogbreedinfo.com/children.htm scroll down and click on labrador retriver. Also find out what others would be good with her.
Please adopt from a shelter. Look on here to find puppys near you:

http://www.petfinder.com/

I got my lab from the shelter a year ago when she was only 8 weeks old. She is lab and cockerspaniel. I have kids 3 year old and a 6 year old and my friends all have babies and toddlers. All my dog ever wants to do is lick them to death. You cant go wrong with a lab!!!! Just make sure to walk it every day.

Good luck
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]]> By: Lee M http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog/comment-page-1#comment-4333 Lee M Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:07:59 +0000 http://www.bestdogtraininginfoblog.com/dog-training-information/is-the-labrador-retriever-the-best-family-dog#comment-4333 A LABRADOR RETRIEVER IS A VERY GOOD FAMILY DOG!!! OUR DAUGHTER HAS ONE AND SHE HAS TWO CHILDREN SIX AND 12 THE DOG IS A WONDERFUL FAMILY PET AND VERY PROTECTIVE.YOU CAN LOOK IN THE PAPER FIRST AND A LOT OF TIME PEOPLE WILL GIVE ONE AWAY!! SHOTS WELL WE DO THAT OUR SELF COST IS WAY CHEAPER ABOUT $6.00 AROUND THIRTY DOLLARS AT A VET OR MORE AND FOOD DEPENDS ON WHAT YOU CHOSE TO FEED THEM MY SELF I LOVE THE PET-AGREE DOG FOOD ONLY CHICKEN OR TURKEY RICE BUT NEVER BEEF IT WILL ALL GIVE THE DOG DIEA RREA WELL GOOD LUCK,<br><b>References : </b><br> A LABRADOR RETRIEVER IS A VERY GOOD FAMILY DOG!!! OUR DAUGHTER HAS ONE AND SHE HAS TWO CHILDREN SIX AND 12 THE DOG IS A WONDERFUL FAMILY PET AND VERY PROTECTIVE.YOU CAN LOOK IN THE PAPER FIRST AND A LOT OF TIME PEOPLE WILL GIVE ONE AWAY!! SHOTS WELL WE DO THAT OUR SELF COST IS WAY CHEAPER ABOUT $6.00 AROUND THIRTY DOLLARS AT A VET OR MORE AND FOOD DEPENDS ON WHAT YOU CHOSE TO FEED THEM MY SELF I LOVE THE PET-AGREE DOG FOOD ONLY CHICKEN OR TURKEY RICE BUT NEVER BEEF IT WILL ALL GIVE THE DOG DIEA RREA WELL GOOD LUCK,
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