{"product_id":"the-complete-guide-to-labrador-retrievers-selecting-raising-training-feeding-and-loving-your-new-lab-from-puppy-to-old-age-hardcover","title":"The Complete Guide to Labrador Retrievers: Selecting, Raising, Training, Feeding, and Loving Your New Lab from Puppy to Old-Age - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoanna de Klerk\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHardcover version is printed in \u003cstrong\u003eFULL COLOR \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs of 2020, the Labrador Retriever breed has topped the American Kennel Club's Popular Dog Breeds list for 19 years running, and for good reason. This athletic breed is almost universally outgoing, eager to try new things, and equipped with a strong desire to please people. This is a breed of dog that can adapt to any situation; Labrador Retrievers have become military heroes, field trial champions, famous movie stars, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Labrador is a good fit for either novice or veteran pet parents, but their exuberance and athleticism may be too much for some individuals. This guide will give you all the information you need not only to decide if a Labrador Retriever is the right fit for your household, but also to guide you to the right individual dog, and how to train it to be a well mannered canine citizen. In these pages, you will discover the answers to such crucial questions as: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs a Labrador Retriever the right dog for me?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do I choose the right Labrador for my needs?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do I prepare my home for an active, athletic Lab?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat training methods are most effective for Labrador Retrievers?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Complete Guide to Labrador Retrievers, \u003c\/strong\u003e by respected British veterinarian Jo de Klerk, provides valuable information on a wide range of essential topics. You will find yourself reaching for this manual over and over again throughout your Labrador's life, gaining indispensable knowledge on how to raise your Labrador Retriever pup to be a healthy, happy, and well behaved canine companion. This book delves into nearly every aspect of the Labrador Retriever breed, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe history of the Labrador Retriever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to select a good breeder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing your Lab from a rescue or shelter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLab-proofing your home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining do's and don'ts for the Labrador\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to expect the first few days home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousetraining your Labrador Retriever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of mental and physical exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining and socialization techniques for your Labrador Retriever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon behavior issues for Labs (and how to prevent them)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to choose the best veterinarian for your dog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth and wellness information for all stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking, showing, or breeding your Labrador Retriever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe aging Labrador\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLabrador Retrievers are athletic, outgoing canines who can excel in any role. While they do require a little more exercise and attention than many other breeds, those who choose to share their lives with Labradors are richly rewarded with a loyal and loving companion who is always up for the next adventure. From choosing a breeder to caring for your senior pet, this book will be there to show you how to give your Labrador Retriever a fantastic and full life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis comprehensive guidebook by veterinarian Jo de Klerk is required reading for anyone who loves Labs  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.44 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 09, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51789998358816,"sku":"9781952069147","price":41.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/7038ec2990440fe253d56dea75101b2a.webp?v=1780669757","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-complete-guide-to-labrador-retrievers-selecting-raising-training-feeding-and-loving-your-new-lab-from-puppy-to-old-age-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}