Labrador Retriever Topics

Loud or unexpected noises like fireworks or thunderstorms can be frightening for some dogs. From flashes to booming sounds, the startling nature of fireworks trigger the Read more

The first championship stake was held in Southampton, Long Island on November 20-21, 1938. Blind of Arden was one of twenty-two of the best retrievers in the US came to Read more

Key points: Blue-green algae is actually cyanobacteria that clumps together and looks like algae. Found in and around bodies of water during or shortly after hot, Read more

Animals, birds, and even insects have thoughts. Maybe not exactly like people, but animal communicators have a gift that can tap into those thoughts. Animal communicators Read more

The Working Certificate - or just WC - is a fun test for Labs and their owners. One short retrieve on land and two back-to-back retrieves in water is all that's needed. Some Read more

Mary Roslin Williams of Mansergh Gundogs She bred Labs, she hunted over Labs, she competed with Labs and she taught about Labs. She had seven generations of champions, and Read more

This is a story about two Lab puppies that were very special dogs. The best place to start is at the beginning... I heard about a daughter of River Oaks Way-Da-Go Rocky that Read more

A costume contest for pets got me thinking about what Halloween costumes for dogs might be available. I also needed coordinating costumes as my dogs, Chip, Tory and Arwen, Read more

The last local AKC retriever hunting test of the season is in the books. Beautiful property with fabulous water, good weather (yes, a bit hot) and lots of great dogs and Read more