Friday, April 26, 2013

Questions To Ask Before Buying Charcoal Lab Puppies

By Bertha Wells


The time has come to add a new addition to the family, and what better choice than looking at the option of getting charcoal lab puppies. Before jumping head first into opening the home to a new addition, it is important to do some research and figure out if it is going to be a good fit. Here is a bit of information that might help in the decision making process and will hopefully answer some questions.

Labrador retrievers are an extremely popular breed and have a wide range of colors to choose from. The charcoal color is due to the dilution gene making them related to the black lab. But there are also chocolate and yellow labs that also have subcategories, as well as a white and fox red labs. Even though these pups small and pudgy, they can grow up to seventy pounds.

Make sure that there will be enough time to devote to this new addition. They tend to have a lot of energy, so think about blocking off outdoor area for them to run around in when there are no companions to play with. If left in the house alone, there might be a few things that will be destroyed, especially if it is a pup left alone. Another idea would be to buy a small kennel for indoors if no one is around, just to make sure they do not get up to too much mischief. If walks are on the agenda, wait until they reach the age of over six months old before putting them on the lead as this could hinder their bones while they grow.

Because labs are so friendly and want to be liked by everyone, they are not great as guard dogs. Their relatively calm demeanor tends to be more suitable for guide dogs and drug detector dogs. Since they are Labrador retrievers, these dogs also commonly used as hunting dogs as well where they run through fields and are strong swimmers.

Training them at a young age is highly advisable. Especially with their natural ready to please attitude, both the trainer and the puppy will enjoy the interaction and outcome. There are many great books and videos available on various training techniques that are a great starting tools to get things rolling.

Taking the time to find the right breeder is extremely important. Take a look around the area, meet the mother of the pup and see what she is like. This might give some insight as to what the pup will be like in the future. Also, make sure the breeder provides the pedigree and registration documents. These are extremely important for those planning on showing the dogs in future competitions.

Welcoming a new pup to the family can be a bit overwhelming for both the family as well as the dog. Allow the dog to get to know each member and remind the children to be gentle while playing and petting the dog. By getting to know the dog individually, there will be a greater bond. Remember that they are making a transition away from their mother and entering an entirely foreign environment, so try and not be too rambunctious when they first arrive.

Adding a new member to the home is no small step. Research online, talk with other dog owners, and find a reputable breeder before purchasing charcoal lab puppies. When given the right amount of attention and love, these pups are wonderful pets to have and create new relationships with.




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