Category: Labrador Retriever Training

Labrador Retrievers and Cold Temperatures of Winter

If you’re new to being a dog owner, especially a Labrador Retriever owner, we understand you may not have all the knowledge and understanding of Labradors. We’re here to help you out with that. As winter approaches, you may be wondering if your Labrador is okay handling colder temperatures. For the most part, Labradors can… Read more »

How to Train Your Labrador Retriever to be Off the Leash

Labrador Retriever running along the beach

When you are taking your dog for a walk through the park, you want them to be able to run free and play with other dogs or get time to explore on their own, especially the very social Labrador Retriever. It is scary to let your dog off-leash for the first time. You might have… Read more »

Take Your Labrador on a Road Trip, Don’t Leave Them Home

As dog owners or potential dog owners, we always worry about traveling and going on trips because we don’t know if we can handle taking care of the dog on the trip. When it comes to road trips, we encourage you to bring your dog, especially Labrador Retrievers. In general, Labrador Retrievers are some of… Read more »

How Labrador Retrievers Can Revitalize Your Energy

Labrador Retriever sitting

Many dogs have a good amount of energy in them, but it’s even more known with Labrador Retrievers. Labradors are enthusiastic, energized, and loving dogs. They need to release their energy with walks, dog parks, and other forms of playtime and exercise. The question is, are you ready to handle a Labrador Retriever? Many of… Read more »

The Labrador Retriever Breed: Why We Highly Recommend Them

Labrador Retriever laying on beach

At Hidden Pond Labradors, we are well-versed in the Labrador breed. They’re an incredibly smart breed, known for their loyalty, and kindness. Not to mention that their number one trait is their personality and that is our absolute requirement for our dogs. Here is some additional information about the Labrador breed: Social Life of a… Read more »

Bad Habits and Your Labrador Retriever

Labrador Retriever

Bringing a Labrador Retriever puppy home to your family can be very exciting, yet stressful because you’re bringing a new living thing into your home. Labrador Retrievers, like any other dog come with great responsibility. If you’re new to dog ownership, you may have some thoughts and worries about how you’ll get your puppy accustomed… Read more »

How to Make Sure Your Labrador Retriever Stays Off the Counter

Labrador Retriever eating their food

Many dogs love human food. Actually, almost all dogs love human food, but this can be a problem with their health and training. If you understand the importance of training your Labrador Retriever the proper way, you won’t have to worry about your dog getting greedy and hopping up on the counter to snag some… Read more »

Your Home Must Be a Good Fit for Your Labrador Retriever

Labrador enjoying open backyard

Before you go out and get a Labrador Retriever to bring home to you or your family, there are a few things to consider. The most important thing to consider is the living space you have. With a Labrador Retriever, you’ll want to make sure that the space you have is comfortable enough for your… Read more »

4 Must-Do Summer Activities for Your Labrador Retriever

Summer activities with labrador retriever

Summer is right around the corner, and the weather seems to be breaking earlier this year in plenty of areas around the United States, which means it’s time to get out of the house and plan some fun activities for you and your Labrador Retriever. Camping & Hiking Don’t sit around your home when the… Read more »

Are Labrador Retrievers Good Watch Dogs for the Family?

Labrador watch dog on sofa

Labrador Retrievers are some of the best family dogs to have by your side. They are very loving, gentle, friendly, and loyal when you build a relationship with them with you and your family. Many families would like a dog to kind of guard over the home, whether that would just be present in the… Read more »