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Caring For Your Labradors Face and Ears
from:After a day of hunting or a run in overgrown terrain, a Labrador retriever's eyes and ears should be inspected for signs of embedded objects or scratches. The ear can be easily inspected with the aid of a small flashlight to help you see the upper interior. It is quite easy for burrs to become entangled in or around the ear canal, or for tiny seeds to work their way under the eyelids and irritate the eye. The dog will react to such irritants by pawing at the spot, often causing more damage by scraping the surface raw and inviting infection. If the dog is continuously rubbing these areas and no cut or embedded object is visible, there may be an abrasion that will require a salve to remove the sting and aid in healing.
Ear troubles are also indicated when a dog constantly shakes its head, rubs its head against the ground, produces an excessive amount of visible ear wax, or if there is a foul odor from the ear's interior. If the dog reacts violently to an inspection of the ear or if there is redness or swelling, it probably is suffering from an inflammation that must be treated topically by your veterinarian (antibiotics are sometimes required also). Such inflammations can be the result of a variety of causes, such as parasitic mites or bacterial infections, so an accurate diagnosis is imperative.
You can help to alleviate the normal buildup of wax and dirt in the ear by routinely swabbing the easily accessible areas of the ear with a cotton ball wet with a little warm water. Ointments made specifically for cleaning the outer ear can be purchased from pet shops, grooming parlors, or your veterinarian if cleanliness is a continual problem. Avoid oily compounds, as they may leave a sticky residue that will retain dirt. Do not probe into the ear canal during cleaning, as this can be very damaging and extremely painful for the dog. Clean only the exposed area. If you suspect that the ear is becoming clogged, bring the dog to the veterinarian for a more thorough cleaning. You should ask for instructions on how to perform this procedure at home if the problem is chronic.
To remove small amounts of discharge that may collect around the corners of the eye, carefully dab it away with a damp, clean, lint free cloth. If the dog continues to blink excessively or if the eye is red, consult your veterinarian. Minor irritations can quickly become serious, so special attention must be paid to any tearing or discharge from these sensitive areas.
Caring For Your Labradors Coat
Caring for the coat of a Labrador retriever is not much of a problem The short, dense hair is easily groomed with a daily application of a hound glove or bristle brush The coat is basically dirt and water repellent, and seldom becomes offensive There is little shedding, even though the Labrador loses its undercoat once or twice yearly Coat trimming is unnecessary (although sometimes resorted t.....More on Black Labrador Retriever Pups
Understanding Labrador Retrievers: Why A Lab May Not Be The Right Dog For You
Labrador Retrievers are extraordinarily people-oriented This means that they have to be in tune with their owners in order to follow specific instructions The key to understanding this is to look deeper at what Labs were bred to do, and that is to hunt and retrieve Look at it this way, these dogs must be in perfect harmony with their hunter/owner in order to follow specific directions to tra.....More on Black Labrador Retriever Pups
Feeding Your Labrador Retriever Part 2
Many dog owners feed their pet semi moist foods because they are easier to prepare than canned food and usually more delectable than regular dry food Semi moist foods are usually packaged in easy open pouches or as "hamburger patties" The semi moist foods contain much less water than canned foods, but they are expensive and loaded with sugar, preservatives, and additives These materials can so.....More on Black Labrador Retriever Pups
Protecting Your Labrador Retriever From Ticks and Fleas
All dogs that frequent the outdoors will sooner or later come down with a case of flea infestation In the summer, fleas are everywhere your Labrador wants to go, so be prepared to do battle against their presence on the dog and in your house While fleas seem to like all dogs, they also go for certain humans Fleas are nasty insects, they bite the host, itch like crazy, suck blood, and often.....More on Black Labrador Retriever Pups
Introducing Training To The Young Labrador Retriever
You can begin some elementary retrieving exercises at eight weeks or so, and your Labrador will most likely love the game and look forward to it each day To teach the basic mechanics of the fetch (run out, pick up the object, return the object to the master, and release), begin by placing the puppy on a 10 foot lead Take a favorite toy or a ball large enough not to be swallowed, dangle it in fro.....More on Black Labrador Retriever Pups
Understanding Labrador Retrievers: My Lab Is Eating The Furniture!
Many new Lab owners are not familiar with the fact that these puppies have a natural tendency to nip and bite at human hands and arms In fact, these little guys will put anything in their mouths that can fit Unfortunately, some dog owners mistake this behavior as pure biting and unfairly scold and punish the animal You must understand that Labradors are genetically designed to have an oral fixa.....More on Black Labrador Retriever Pups
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