Aren't puppies just the cutest? And Labrador puppies just bring a smile to your heart when you watch their antics. If they're not raiding the trash can, eating your favorite pair of sneakers, or stealing the toilet paper roll, they are sleeping on the floor, looking like little cherubs from above.
Getting a Labrador puppy involves research, reading, talking to several breeders, looking at their dogs, and being willing to be patient on your quest for the right puppy to add to your family. Expect a reputable breeder to ask you many questions about your reasons for getting a dog, where it will be living, who will be responsible for training and taking care of it.
Owning a well-behaved, sweet, obedient Labrador doesn't just happen. Just like all puppies, Labrador puppies must be disciplined, and supervised at all times, so they learn what is appropriate behavior.We require that our puppy buyers enroll their puppy in a Puppy Kindergarten class, as well as an obedience class later on. It is good socialization for the pup, as well as a good start for the new family on being consistent in training.
When looking for a Lab puppy it is important to find a reputable breeder who will work with you in finding the right puppy that will fit into your lifestyle. Good breeders are working to improve their lines of dogs, and are a source of reference to help you build a strong future with your new family member. And believe me, Labs WANT to be an integral part of your family. They are very social, both with people and other dogs. They need plenty of room to play and exercise, but also must be allowed to be in the house with the family. Being left outside, alone, can cause behavior trouble.
We love our puppies, and when they go to new homes, we take care to make sure that the family understands the lifelong commitment of adopting a puppy. It will be 12-15 years of devotion, love, fun, excitment, but also vet, food, and even house repair bills. However, there is nothing like the devotion of a Labrador.
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