If you are considering a pet, you will definitely want to
take a close look into a Labrador retriever. There are many
reasons that this dog breed is becoming so popular with
families these days and one of the biggest reasons is the
fact that they are extremely friendly.
Labradors make the perfect family dog because not only are
they friendly, but they are a great dog for children as
well. When you have children, it is almost a guarantee that
they will at some point want a pet. You of course, want to
choose a pet that is friendly and very gentle, which is why
the Labrador Retriever makes a great dog for the entire
family.
Families also want a dog they can train not only in the
basic manners of house breaking and other mandatory things,
but also in fun things such as tricks. The Labrador
Retriever learns very quickly. They are also very obedient
dogs and live to serve their master. All of these great
qualities combined make for the perfect family pet that
everyone can enjoy both children and adults.
Of course, owning a pet requires a lot of responsibility.
It is a great way to teach your children from an early age
the responsibilities of owning and caring for a pet. Each
pet has their own set of requirements of needs and
temperament; therefore, it is important that you learn as
much as you can about them. With the Labrador Retriever,
for example, they require a great deal of exercise. A very
energetic pet, you will want to make sure that you take
them on regular walks and give them ample space to run and
play.
Another thing about the Labrador Retriever is that they
require plenty of attention. It is important that you make
time for your lovable friend and play with him, pet him,
and love him frequently.
You will find that they crave human companionship and need
it regularly. You want to make sure that if you have to
leave on vacation, you have someone coming over to give him
a little human interaction time.
When choosing a pet, you also want to be aware of health
problems that particular breed is prone to. With the
Labrador Retriever, they are typically prone to elbow and
hip dysplasia.
Elbow dysplasia affects the joints in Labradors, which
could range from mild forms of arthritis or severe forms,
which could lead to the possibility of surgery to correct
the problems.
Hip dysplasia directly affects the joint in the hip. This
could cause pain, arthritis, and even trouble walking or
getting up. Labrador Retrievers are also prone to PRA and
eye disorders.
Overall, the Labrador Retriever makes an excellent pet for
any family. They can be housed in any type of home, such as
an apartment. However, you want to make sure they get
plenty of exercise.
A home with a decent yard is ideal for this dog breed. They
are very obedient and faithful pets. It's no wonder they
are the most favorite breed in the United States and Canada.
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Carol Stack enjoys writing articles, especially about dogs.
She lives with her husband, children, four dogs and seven
cats in the United States. Carol and her daughter Christy
are working on a web site, http://www.christysdogportal.com
that covers dog breeds, dog care, and dog training.
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