Adult Males require a crate that is 40” long, 26” wide and 32” tall or taller. Adult females require a crate that is 36” long, 24” wide and 32” tall. I recommend that dog owners use an adult male sized crate for both males and females. The extra space allows for more stretching out. During puppy hood you will need to divide off a portion of the crate until they learn to hold their bowels and bladder better. A large space for a small puppy sometimes encourages them to go “potty” in one end, and sleep in the other end.  

A happy and relaxed dog or puppy requires a minimum of 20 minutes of significant physical (fetch, off-lead walking etc.) exercise daily. Young puppies should not be forced into strenuous physical activities (jogging, biking etc.) until after 18 months of age to protect their joints from serious physical harm.    

 Yes, you are more then welcome to come visit us and see the parents. We don't allow visitors to come see the babies until the age of seven weeks when they have been given their first Five-Way puppy shot. Due to health concerns that visitors can track and pass on to the babies, our vet has recomended not to let visitors into the dog house. If interested in purchasing a puppy, please visit the Puppy Adoption Page.   

 YES! We help lead you to the right match! Since we are with the puppies from the time they are born till 8-weeks, we know the different personalities of each puppy and can help lead you to the right one. You choose on pick up day or sooner from pictures and videos if you choose to. On pick up day everyone is scheduled to come pick their puppy in the order that they have made their deposit. We typically schedule visits an hour apart for ample time to play with and interact with the puppies before you choose. Honestly the puppy usually chooses the family before the family choose the puppy.  

 Progressive retinal Atrophy, is a late-onset inherited eye disease affecting Labrador Retrievers. Affected dogs begin showing clinical symptoms related to retinal degeneration between 6 to 7 years of age on average, though age of onset can vary. Initial clinical signs of progressive retinal atrophy involve changes in reflectivity and appearance of a structure behind the Retina called the Tapetum that can be observed on a veterinary eye exam. Progression of the disease leads to thinning of the retinal blood vessels, signifying decreased blood flow to the retina. Affected dogs initially have vision loss in dim light (night blindness) and loss of peripheral vision, eventually progressing to complete blindness in most affected dogs.   

We have done a extensive research on this topic and have found that our vets suggest to spay females after 12 months of age or after they have their first cycle. Males around nines months when they are fully mature.   

 Click link below to see the 10 foods you should never feed your dog. Avoid giving your dog bones that can splinter and cause internal injuries to their intestines, especially such meats as chicken, fish, or pork chop bones. 

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They are both recognized by the AKC as Labrador Retrievers. English Labrador American Labrador Purpose Show Dog Working Dog Height 21.5 to 22.5 inches 21.5 to 24.5 inches Weight 55 to 80 pounds 55 to 70 pounds Color Yellow, black, chocolate Yellow, black, chocolate Appearance Rounder and stockier Leaner are more athletic Energy Calm and relaxed Limitless source of energy  

English Labrador Retrievers are an intelligent breed that need consistent training. They are obedient in nature and are easily trained.