how to keep labrador healthy

 how to keep labrador

  Labs are the most popular dog breeds worldwide and they are one of my favorite dog breeds as well. Of course, I have Andy but still, Labs are not perfect and there are some little disadvantages of owning them.

In this video, we will talk about the pros and cons of owning a Labrador Retriever. (dog barking) Some of the facts that are mentioned in this video can be viewed as both advantages and disadvantages.

How to care 

It really depends on the person and their needs. For example, Labrador Retrievers have long puppyhood. They act like puppies until they reach three years and even when they're adults they still act kind of childish.

It can be a good thing and a lot of fun if you're an active person but if you like a calm life then it will be hard with young Labrador.

 In my opinion, the biggest advantage of Labradors is their personality. They are probably the most eager to please dogs I have ever seen.

They are just happy if you are happy. They are also very happy, sweet, affectionate, and actually very patient dogs. I've never seen a Labradorthat would not be affectionate towards their owners.

Because of their temperament, they are easily trainable. As we said they are eager to please but they are also very intelligent.

What to feed

 If you combine those two qualities you have an amazing easily trainable dog. That is why Labradors are the most popular assistance dogs in the world. Let's mention some cons as well. Well, the biggest is their shedding. It's crazy.

It will have their fur everywhere. Not only your floor but also in your books, your keyboard, on your clothes on your carpet, curtains, just everywhere. Actually made a video on how to minimize the shedding because if you're living with a labrador in a small apartment like this it's really crazy.

You will have to vacuum very very often. Especially when they're changing their fur which is twice a year. But they really do shed all year long and they shed a lot. It's really the only and the biggest thing I really don't like about Labradors.

The second biggest disadvantage is that they like to eat. All dogs like to eat obviously, but Labradors are something else. They like to eat everything and all the time and they just don't know when to stop eating which is the reason you see so many obese Labradors.

 I really hate to see because I feel like the dog is suffering. And it's also not their fault it's always the fault of their owners. You should be the one who is responsible for feeding your dog. As I mentioned they like to eat everything which can be dangerous.

They really enjoy eating trash, poops, even mushrooms, or some other toxic food. It's really a big disadvantage which can lead to fatal consequences. If you are an active person the next advantage will be great for you.

How to maintain your labrador dog

Labs are very active dogs even though now it really doesn't seem like it Andy's just sleeping here but it's also because we just arrived from a really long walk from the woods so he's kind of tired and it's normal that they are not as active inside the apartment.

 Labs especially enjoy swimming but they will happily do any other activity that you like jogging, cycling, or just long walks they will love it. They are also very friendly towards everyone.

They still need to be socialized but it's not that hard because they are very social and most of them love all the people and even other dogs.

Labs are very smart dogs and as with all smart dogs they need mental stimulation. If you are not giving them some kind of job during the day they will become bored and boredom can lead to anxiety and anxiety can cause bad behavior or like a distraction or excessive barking.

 Labradors are prone to some serious health problems. But it's not much worse than any other dog of their size. They're especially prone to hip dysplasia which is the biggest problem of this breed but also are fatty tumors and ear infections.

 But let's end the video with something positive. Labradors are great-looking dogs especially when they are puppies they are just adorable. Just look at these few photos of Andy as a puppy.