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The Labrador retriever originated in a peninsula in North America found in the Canadian provinces of Newfoundland and Quebec. This breed was bred to be active. The name Labrador retriever seemed to be adopted by the British. The Canadians had called the dog St. Jhon's, water dog. The royal family favored this breed, and King George VI was a patron of the Labrador club at time of his death.
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| In later years Queen Elizabeth II also assumed this position. The breed was brought back to the United States during World War I. This breed quickly gained popularity. In 1920's the breed was separated into its own group. Today this breed still remains Americas' most registered breed. |
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Feeding and nutrition is important for all things, especially when they are little. Labrador puppies nurse from their moms approximately 24 hours after birth. They will continue to nurse until their teeth begin to grow in. When the mother dog is pregnant it is important to give her enough protein to help produce healthy puppies. Puppies need more protein, vitamins and minerals so their muscles develop. When puppies become |
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adults they have already done all the growing they are going to do. The Labrador retriever needs a good maintenance type diet rations containing predominately plant or animal based ingredients. This should be approved by the AAFCO (American Association of Feed Control Officials). An active Labrador retriever should be on a high-performance diet. Ask your veterinarian what type of diet your dog should be on. |
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If you need to go to the doctor, so does your dog. If done correctly your puppy at 2-3 weeks of age should have been taken to the veterinarian. At this visit you should have started the control of worms. At 6-20 weeks of age, most puppies are weaned from their mother. At this time the veterinarians are scheduling the shots, dental exams. They will also check to see if all male organs are properly descending and all joints and muscles are forming properly. This is repeated until 1 year of age. After that dogs should be taken for a yearly visit. At this visit your veterinarian should give boosters, an x-ray, vaccines and a full physical. |
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| Labrador retrievers thrive on the challenge of advanced training and their responsive nature and eagerness to please make them great competitors in obedience, agility and field trials. Labradors can be hunting, police and guide dogs. Labradors have a keen scenting ability, "soft mouths", a strong retrieval instinct also give it a superb |
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potential as a working dog. When these dogs become working dogs they go through a long training process. These dogs are hand picked and are bred at special training facilities. The pups start training at 6-8 months of age and end when they pass all skills. This can be anywhere from 6 months -2 years. |
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