Are Labradors Protective of Their Owners?
Labradors can bark at unfamiliar sounds and stay close to their owners, but they are not a dependable choice for personal protection. The breed is generally sociable, and an individual…
Labradors are active, social dogs who thrive with the right daily routine. We cover exercise, enrichment, gear, travel, and everything that goes into giving your Lab a full, happy life.

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Labradors can bark at unfamiliar sounds and stay close to their owners, but they are not a dependable choice for personal protection. The breed is generally sociable, and an individual…
Yes, Labradors shed — heavily, and year-round. Most new Lab owners describe it as the single biggest surprise of owning the breed. They expected some hair. They didn’t expect hair…