The Labrador breeders gave us a lot of good information and advice when we picked up the new little puppy.
I was too busy getting acquainted with the puppy to remember much of what the breeders told us, but I did listen to the party about teaching him to use the bathroom outside. They suggested that before even taking the baby into the house to see his new home, take him to the part of the yard where we wanted him to use the bathroom.
When we got home, Mike took the little baby to the designated puppy potty area and waited and watched while the puppy sniffed every inch of the area.
A couple of hours later, we took the little rascal outside again and had another successful potty break at the Puppy Outhouse.

I tried to take a toy away from my Labrador and he astonished me by growling in protest.
I was shocked by his aggressive display but I knew that this was the moment to stop it permanently. Without saying a word, I took him by the collar and led him to his timeout area.
There was no reason to speak to him, by showing that I was displeased and banishing him, he was able to be alone and understand the gravity in his mistake.
I left him alone for about ten minutes and then invited him back into my space. As long as he behaved, I wouldn't need to repeat the process.

When Mike first got it into his head that he wanted to own a Labrador Dog, I asked him what type. He didn't know there were any choices available and I told him before he made such a big decision he had better do some homework. After all, there are some things to consider before buying a Labrador puppy.
The first is what type of Labrador do you want? There are two types of Labradors. There is the English bred Labrador that is bred to be built heavier, thicker and blockier. Or the American bred Labrador that is tall and lanky.
Labrador dogs come in three color choices. They are black, yellow, or chocolate.
Regardless of the options that you mix and match to find your perfect family addition, the result is almost assuredly a pet that is loving and eagertoplease, just like my own new little baby.

I have been carefully observing the different dog owners at the park and the way they use commands and gestures to train their dogs. I am hoping to incorporate some of what I have learned into my own Labrador training system for the puppy.
Some of the trainers I have watched in videos seem absolutely mean like drill sergeants or something.
Puppies are like children. They take effort, time, and a lot of attention in order to teach them to behave appropriately in different situations.
Of course, any training program will have to be fun for both of us to do or neither of us will want to do it. I have found a great new recipe for beef treats I'm going to bake up to use strictly as training rewards.

When I had to set up a living space for my Labrador puppy, the most reasonable place seemed to be in the kitchen. I knew I would appreciate a mess on tile flooring more so than one on my Persian rug in the living room.
By situating his crate in a quiet corner and filling it with his blanket, a few toys and some yummy treats, I gave him his own little living space in which he would feel comfortable.
I set up a baby gate across the kitchen doorway so that my Labrador puppy would always be kept safe and to protect the rest of my home from any chewing or other mishaps. After finding a good spot for his food dishes, I put out a few more toys for him to amuse himself.
To make sure that there weren't any hidden dangers for my Labrador puppy, I got down on my hands and knees. From this vantage point I could see whatever my new puppy would likely see in his living space.

I wanted the crate to be my Labrador puppies' special place, so I put down a blanket inside and threw in some toys and treats. This way it looked like a fun place for her to spend time in.
My little Labrador went inside to eat his treats and check things out. During the day, I left the door to the crate open so that he could retreat inside whenever he wanted to.
Sometimes I would close the crate door and sit next to it, soothing him if he fussed. At night, I would take my puppy out to pee and then he would be taken to his crate for the night.
I tried my best to ignore her and by the end of the first week, my Labrador puppy was sleeping through the night in her crate.

Every three hours it is up and to the yard to go to the potty. Why? Because at eight weeks of age that is just about the maximum time the little baby can go without going to the bathroom.
So, I take him out three times during the night which is about every three to three and a half hours, then first thing in the morning while the coffee is brewing, and again after I feed him. During the day it is more as needed but usually about every three hours then too.
Because the little guy sleeps so much during the day I have to watch for when he wakes up so I can run him right outside. I also take him out right after he finishes his dinner and then again just before bedtime.
So goes the Labrador potty training. Ten trips or so outside a day, every day, which is fine I guess. I'm not too crazy about the seasons getting ready to change and the snow maybe falling, but maybe I'll be able to get Mike to go out then.

The puppies of Labradors are usually healthy animals, but this does not mean they do not need Labrador puppy care.
Labrador puppy care should start with your new puppy being seen by a licensed veterinarian, to have their health checked.
My new puppy was taken to the vet, but if your new dog has not seen the vet as yet, make an appointment, as this is an important part of Labrador puppy care. A trip to the vet confirmed they were healthy and gave their all their necessary vaccinations.
In the end, it was shown as the dog grew, that Labrador puppy care was necessary to raise my little puppy into the beautiful animal it is now.

Many people who have adopted a dog from the pound ask, What to expect from a Labrador rescue dog? This question can only be answered depending on the lifestyle your dog had before, or the home environment it was in before arriving at the local dog pound.
These dogs need loving homes, but there are a few situations you will need to expect. Many dogs are mistreated, sometimes on a daily basis.
Therefore like humans, what you can expect from a Labrador rescue dog might be a feeling of distrust towards you.
Give them time, and eventually the dog will know it is in a loving home to stay.

Mike declared at breakfast today that he intended to get a Labrador puppy. I just kind of looked at him and asked Are you prepared to invest a lot of time, money, and energy into raising this puppy? Mike just kind of looked at me with that what the hell are you talking about look.
Puppies require a ton of time and energy to be invested in them in order to ensure they end up being well behaved and well adjusted members of the family.
Puppies also take a ton of extra money beyond their purchase price. Things like health care, room and board and all the incidentals add up really fast.
I am not against having a Labrador dog, I just want to be sure we aren't making a decision like adding a pet to our family just on impulse. This is a huge commitment and we should weigh the decision carefully.