Labrador
Meet the Labrador
Labs are happy, friendly dogs who love life! They’re great for families, love to play, and will always make you laugh. Born to be your water-loving partner, snack-time supervisor, and master of “accidental" couch invasions, these playful goofballs are the ultimate family sidekick. Whether they’re diving into lakes, hoarding tennis balls, or flopping onto your bed like a 80-pound teddy bear, their mission is simple: turn every day into an adventure!
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Traits |
Details |
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Size |
Medium-Large (55-80 lbs) |
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Lifespan |
10-12 years |
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Coat |
Short, dense, waterproof |
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Energy Level |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Extreme!) |
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Barking Level |
⭐⭐ (Alert but friendly!) |
A lil more about these water-loving goofballs!
- Nature: Outgoing, loyal, and obsessed with food (including yours).
- Intelligence: Ranked #7 in Stanley Coren’s The Intelligence of Dogs.
- Social Butterflies: Thinks strangers are just friends they haven’t licked yet.
- Work Ethic: Born retrievers – they’ll fetch anything (rocks, socks, your sanity).
From ‘YES PLEASE!’ ❤️ to ‘No Thanks’ 🚫
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LOVES |
DISLIKES |
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Swimming (built-in flippers!) |
Being left alone all day |
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Fetch (until your arm falls off) |
Empty food bowls |
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Food (all food, always) |
Harsh scolding |
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Mud puddles (outdoor baths!) |
Boring routines |
Daily Life with a Lab: Care, Exercise & Grooming
Exercise Needs:
- 1–2 hours/day: Running, swimming, or playing “find the snack”.
- Boredom = Chaos: Left alone? Say hello to redecorated furniture!
Grooming Routine:
- Brushing: 2x/week (daily during shedding seasons).
- Bathing: Monthly with mild shampoo
- Ears: Check weekly (floppy ears trap moisture).
Diet:
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Food-obsessed = prone to obesity! Measure meals.
Training Tips:
- Use treats: Labs learn fast when food is involved!
- Be gentle: Never yell – they want to make you happy.
- Teach "drop it": Stop them from swallowing your socks!
Health Check: Common Issues & Solutions
Labs are sturdy but prone to a few quirks. Stay ahead with these tips!
Lifespan: 10–12 years (with love and care!).
Common Conditions:
Hip/Elbow Dysplasia: Affects joints, causing pain and stiffness.
Tails Alive Pro Tip:
Hip & Joint Soft Chews – Loaded with glucosamine, chondroitin, and MSM to:
- Cushion joints and ease inflammation.
- Keep them bouncing like puppies.
- Tasty chicken flavor – no begging required!
Skin Allergies: Itching, redness, or dry patches.
Tails Alive Pro Tip:
Tails Alive Skin & Coat Soft Chews Supplement – Packed with Salmon Oil, Omega-3, Omega-6, and Biotin to:
- Soothe itchy skin.
- Reduce shedding (fewer fur tornadoes!).
- Salmon flavor – they’ll think it’s a treat!
Why We Adore Them
- Their coat is 10% dog, 90% glitter (golden tumbleweeds included).
- They’ll never outgrow their puppy energy… or their belief that they’re lap-sized.
Fun Facts
- Webbed paws: Makes them amazing swimmers!
- Great sniffers: Used as police and rescue dogs.
- Food obsession: Will do tricks for a single Cheerio!
