I’ve never had a dog but my wife really wanted one. We have two small boys and I guess it’s also good for them. Anyway, we bought a 5-month old Labrador Retriever. He’s coming next week. I’m a bit worried about this choice. I’m looking forward to it but I’m also worried. So, tell me about your love for man’s best friend…something I’ll never regret?
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A lab will do well with exercise. That is the case with a lot of dogs. My dog is old and I dont know how I will manage when he is gone. There is nothing quite like a good dog and a great dog is a once in a lifetime experience. Its about the only unconditional love you will get in this world. You have little to worry about. Attend to good training up front and it will reep rewards for years.
Dogs are wonderful and a real pain in the ass sometimes. I’ve built a schedule that works for us both and I try to stick to it because dogs appreciate routine just like kids. Labrador Retrievers are an excellent dog with kids around and I think 6 months from now you’ll be wondering how you ever lived without the little guy. They add so much to your life… sometimes frustration… always unconditional love.
A dog will love you forever, no matter what. Unlike some children - lol
Labs are the best for family, you made a good choice!
We don't deserve dogs. They will always love you.
We have 3 and they are not JUST dogs, they are family...and would defend them as I would my own kids.
We have 3 and they are not JUST dogs, they are family...and would defend them as I would my own kids.
Thanks all! I’m looking forward to his arrival. I’m glad I stuck with looking for a Lab. I wanted a bigger friendly dog. I didn’t want a little puff ball.
I’ve owned 5 dogs. The last three were acquired by walking into a shelter and finding the dog that appeared to need the most help out of the place, with one of them being deformed in the front legs. All of them became my best friends.
My friend Tacoda, who I thought I rescued on the side of the highway must have been sent to me straight from great spirit. He helped guide me through some pretty difficult 13 years of my life and he showed me the beauty of the outdoors.
My friend Tacoda, who I thought I rescued on the side of the highway must have been sent to me straight from great spirit. He helped guide me through some pretty difficult 13 years of my life and he showed me the beauty of the outdoors.
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Immediately start obedience training. I've always had well trained dogs, and there's no excuse not to do it. It really helps the dog also, to know what behavior is expected.
Our newest Anatolian Shepherd has been a challenge. They have free will like a cat, but we stay at her, and it really helps... especially when we have to get her to let go of someone's face.
Our newest Anatolian Shepherd has been a challenge. They have free will like a cat, but we stay at her, and it really helps... especially when we have to get her to let go of someone's face.
I was just cursing myself under my breath as I returned from a walk with Sam. He pulls too much and stops every 10 feet! He’s a great dog but man I should have been stricter with him as a pup. I’ve seen extremely well-behaved dogs and it’s a pleasure to interact with them. Obedience training is so important.Immediately start obedience training. I've always had well trained dogs, and there's no excuse not to do it. It really helps the dog also, to know what behavior is expected.
Our newest Anatolian Shepherd has been a challenge. They have free will like a cat, but we stay at her, and it really helps... especially when we have to get her to let go of someone's face.
You can leash train a grown dog. It takes a little more work but you can do it. My hundred pound dog never waled on a leash until we adopted him from my brother in law. He does it now.
Just have to meet on common ground. I taught my puppy jack to bikejoring a while back
It didn’t take long and I’ve also now trained my beagle/pit mix but this is my puppy jack here.
Our Anatolian is 150 lbs bred for aggression and independence. If she wanted, there would be no way for me to restrain her. But, with some obedience, she knows to look back at me for a sign if she is wondering whether to attack or not. She is always disappointed that I never give her permission, ha ha. I need to walk her in more dangerous neighborhoods, ha ha.
Catahoula man here, loved everyone I had, last puppy got bit by a water moccasin, died in 3 minutes, have a depoist on one from same breeder. Catahoulas are very smart and love you or hate you, everyone of mine loved my wife more than me, that’s why I said they are smart!
For some reason, my father always had very small dogs (Chihuahuas) until after I left home. They were wonderful pets and meant a lot to me. And they are fearless. I remember our male dog chasing a full-grown boxer and biting him right on the butt hole. As an adult I switched to cats because I didn't want to be walking a dog two-three times a day. Cats are 100% different animals.
Amen on Labs! My 12 year old (dog!) is a true companion.
