Behavior & Temperament Archives

Two Labradors sitting on grass next to title Male vs. Female Labs: What’s the Difference?

July 18, 2019 Tim Baker

Male vs. Female Labradors: How Are They Different?

Labradors are an easy choice for a new family pet due to their friendly, affectionate, and loving nature. However, it can be difficult trying to decide between a male or

Multiple breeds sitting on grass with Labrador next to title 25 Breeds Most Compatible with Labradors.

June 23, 2019 Tim Baker

25 Dog Breeds Most Compatible with Labradors

Everyone knows just how friendly and lovable Labradors are, but that does not mean that all other dog breeds are the same. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that other dogs

Labrador and German Shepherd facing each other over the title Do Labs and German Shepherds Get Along?

June 22, 2019 Tim Baker

Can Labradors & German Shepherds Live Together?

Labradors are affectionate, people-oriented dogs that are active, love attention, and are enthusiastic cuddle-buddies too. Whether you want a dog to curl up on the couch with, or go for

March 13, 2019 Dona Baker

How to Train Your Labrador Puppy

When you bring your new puppy home she will need to learn so many things. Which behavior is allowed and not allowed; where can she wander in the house; where

Labrador puppy eating grass next to title text Why Do Labs Eat Grass?

February 3, 2019 Tim Baker

Why Do Labradors Eat Grass?

If you’ve owned a Labrador for any length of time, you have probably been curious about your dog’s occasional tendency to eat grass. If you are a normal dog owner,

Black Labrador laying in a green field next to the title All About Labrador Retrievers

January 26, 2019 Tim Baker

Labrador Retrievers (Breed Info, History, and Tips)

Breed Popularity The Labrador Retriever, also known simply as the Labrador, or “Lab,” is one of the most popular breeds of dog in the word. It is especially popular in

Man running with Labrador on beach next to images of Black, Chocolate, and Yellow Labs displaying title text, Does a Labrador's Color Matter?

October 7, 2018 Dona Baker

Does Labrador Color Affect Their Personality?

Labradors come in several colors variations, but do these colors actually matter when it comes to their personality or temperament?

October 7, 2018 Dona Baker

9 Common Labrador Behavior Problems

You come home from work and find that your favorite blanket has been chewed up and your dog runs up to greet you like nothing’s wrong! Doesn’t he know that

Yellow Labrador splashing in the water next to the text, Do All Labs Love Water?

September 16, 2018 Tim Baker

Do All Labradors Like Water?

If you asked a hundred people on the street if Labradors love water, their responses would probably equal a unanimous, “Yes!” But it is exactly this assumption that leaves many

September 2, 2018 Dona Baker

Do Labradors Make Good Guard Dogs?

Your Labrador is sweet, loving and affectionate. He runs to greet you every time you come home. However, he also barks at every person, animal, and car that goes by