Labrador Retrievers - the Number One Dogs

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1. Does the Labrador retriever come in a true silver? Yes No

2. As soon as I get home from taking the dogs on a swim, it is imperative to immediately give them a bath with soap and water. True False

3. Labradors are great hunting dogs, but what are their "sleeping accommodations" of choice? In your home, in your bed if at all possible. Tied out on a chain to give the impression of freedom. Out in the chain link kennel enjoying the fresh air. In your truck, after all, when you hunt, isn't that where you sleep?

4. The best reason for getting a Lab is: Because you are prepared and have done your homework and have determined this is the best breed for you. Because you heard they don't need training. Because you know they love kids and you have 4 children. Because you heard they don't shed very often.

5. My Lab has black spots on his tongue! Oh no! It must be mixed with Chow! Is this statement true or false? False - there is no such thing as black spots on a dog's tongue. True - Any dog with black on the tongue is a Chow or Chow mix. False - the black spot is similar to a birthmark, and many breeds have it. True - Labs never have a black spot on their tongues.

6. My dog has just come in from a swim and her tail is hanging almost straight down. She acts as if it hurts. What is probably wrong? She ate something that is causing stomach cramps and is causing her to be uncomfortable. This never happens with Labs. It only happens with Pointers. Nothing - Labs often hold their tails straight down. She has cold water tail - also known as limber tail.

7. Labs are prone to many genetic health conditions. Which one are they *not* prone to? Rage syndrome Hip dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy

8. Labradors are beautiful dogs who can compete in which of the following dog sports: Musical freestyle, frisbee freestyle, and flyball. Obedience. Agility and rally. All of these.

9. Labs were first bred for what purpose? Retrieving fishing nets As a companion Retrieving ducks/waterfowl As a service dog

10. Labs are always hungry. This is a fact; but should you limit your Labrador's intake of food? Or should you allow it to eat all it wants? Free feeding is the way all dogs should be fed, no matter what breed they are. Most Labradors do not do well on free feeding as they eat too much. It is best to carefully measure their food at each meal, but feed as many treats as needed. Most Labradors do not do well on free feeding as they eat too much. It is best to carefully measure their food at each meal and limit treats. Most people free feed their Labs, because it helps to teach them food is always available.