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To spay, or not to spay? That is the question. Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer The slings and arrows of animal rights activists Or to take arms against a sea of Read moreNFC 2xNAFC Super Chief – Historic Labrador
What makes a great dog? Is it genetics? Is it the way he's raised? Is it due to training? Is it due to handling? Or is it all of the above? NFC 2xNAFC Super Chief, an Read moreDynamite Products – guided by nature and backed by science
(Updated December 23, 2021)"Dynamite uses only natural ingredients, made in the United States for better quality control. Throughout its history of making natural dog food, it Read moreDUAL CH Shed of Arden – Historic Labrador
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A costume contest for pets in 2006 got me thinking about what costumes I could make for my dogs. Yes, it had to be for more than one. I had three dogs that were my constant Read moreSuprising Ancestors of Ebonstar Lean Mac
Out of curiosity, I looked into the pedigree of 2xNAFC 2xCNAFC FC CFC Ebonstar Lean Mac who was probably the most influential field Labrador Retriever in recent history. Why Read moreLabrador Retrievers in Early Field Trials
British field trials The first documented field trial was held in England in 1899 and consisted mostly of Flat-Coated and Curly Coated Retrievers.Four years later Munden Read moreWhy Title A Dog?
Not just a brag, not just a stepping stone to a higher title, not just an adjunct to competitive scores, a title is a tribute to the dog that bears it, a way to honor the dog, Read more