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Labradors

...en to the north of England where they were used a gun dogs and retrievers. Labrador Temperament The Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog breed in Australia (ANKC registration figures – 1999) and is described as an ever faithful companion. Labradors are adaptable, friendly and loving dogs. They are also intelligent and obedient and can be trained easily and are employed as guide, service and customs dogs. Vets report that some strains of Labr... read more

Spanador

..., in answer to demand for a medium-sized crossbred dog, have developed the Labrador x Cocker Spaniel, an active dog smaller than the Labrador and supposedly smarter than a Spaniel. These dogs don’t actually have a widely known catchy name like the Labradoodle, though ‘Spanador’ has been used. The Spanador These crossbreeds have been regarded as a serious ongoing concern since around the mid nineties. They were undoubtedly produced before then but... read more

Labradoodle

...egeneration. And it is these poodles that make for an ideal match with the Labrador. To further improve the likelihood of creating a healthy dog, responsible breeders must check that their breeding stock is free of genetic diseases. As far as temperament goes, the Labrador Retriever is a much loved and ever-faithful companion. They are friendly and loving dogs (especially of their food), which, combined with their intelligence, contributes to them... read more

Guide Dog Association

...ferred because they are highly trainable and have placid temperaments. The Labrador is a responsive, intelligent dog which learns quickly. Its greatest asset is its willingness to please. Labradors also have a very positive community image. Selection Criteria for Guide Dogs Among other things such as temperament and health, Guide Dogs are selected for their ability to ignore their natural instincts. Ideal Guide Dog people focused dog displays high... read more

La Schnoodle

... Grooming Poodles dont shed and Giant Schnauzers shed very little. Labradors do, so there will be some variation in the amount of shedding in the offspring. Those with stronger Labrador influence will inevitably shed most. And just because a dog may not shed doesnt mean that it is maintenance free, in fact quite the opposite is true. If a dog doesnt shed its hair, it will require regular clipping. Hair will need to be cut away... read more

Top 10 Best Dog Breeds

...They can be great for families and couples, but there are some aggressive Labradors around, which is why we recommend the Golden Retriever for families. Check out our Labrador Retriever Pet Road Test Number 10: German Shorthaired Pointer These beautiful dogs love people and they’re safe with children. They are also large enough to be good watchdogs, but not aggressive enough to attack people. They are a little slow to mature and they have boundle... read more

Peter Pan Pooches

...folk Terrier French Bulldog Shetland Sheepdog Cocker Spaniel Munsterlander Labrador Retriever German Shepherd Golden Retriever Siberian Husky The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – the most removed physically from the wolf – was also the most removed characteristically from the wolf. This breed showed only two of the nine aggressive behaviour patterns and none of the six submissive ones that were in the wolf. According to the research this breed neve... read more

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

...ds are smaller and more compact, although large males can still weigh up to 20kg. The single coat is smooth and close lying to the skin. Health There are two particular health concerns. Many bitches require a caesarean section when giving birth due to their conformation. With hips narrower than their shoulders, bitches have trouble giving birth as puppies become lodged in the birth canal. Breeders report that up to 50 per cent of births are by cae... read more

Don’s Expert Answers: would like to know if the 2 below plants (seeds and berries are toxic to dogs)

...e plant: N/A Upload photo if available: Other Comments: I have a chocolate Labrador puppy (12 weeks old) that likes to eat the blueberries and seeds along with the leaf. Can you please tell me if these trees are toxic to my dog. I can only find little information on them. Being native to New Zealand and promotes wild bird life. I purchased my home in January 2017 with these mature trees and I am worried that my dog eats the berries and sticky seed... read more

Tennis Ball Dog

...onica Wilson wrote to Burke’s Backyard to tell us about Georgia, her black Labrador Retriever. Monica claimed that the dog can hold three tennis balls in its mouth at once! Don visited the Wilson family to see this amazing dog in action. Sure enough, Georgia held one ball in her mouth normally, and tucked the other two up under her flews (upper lips). Georgia was originally part of the Guide Dog program, but didn’t make the grade because she was a... read more

Hearing Dogs

...a reward system using food, toys and praise. Although they have a high success rate (90%) with the dogs they select from the pound, suitable dogs are not always available. To cater for the high demand for dogs, they hope to start a breeding program using Labrador Retrievers in the near future. How to apply for a hearing dog Contact the Lions Hearing Dogs Centre or your local Lions Club for more information. Lions Hearing Dogs Inc PO Box 164 Hahnd... read more

Headers and Huntaways

...breeds including the Irish Setter, English Hound, Old English Sheepdog and Labrador. Dogs found on New Zealand stations today are considered purebreds by farmers. Appearance Bigger than the traditional Border Collie working dog, the Huntaway and Header stands an estimated 15 cm (6′) taller. They’re not particularly attractive dogs, being bred purely for work rather than show. The dogs are usually black/tan or black/brindle and can have either a ro... read more