The digital version of the Bestselling Labrador book - with over 100 beautiful FULL COLOUR photos!
"A superbly-written comprehensive collection of advice, information and ideas about the breed and beautifully illustrated with lovely photographs. Plenty of research has clearly gone into this book with so many quotes from reputable breeders," A. SHELTZ, UK.
"This is an excellent read for anyone who wants a Labrador or already has one. I have been breeding Labradors for 35 years and I will be recommending this to my puppy buyers from now on," CHERYL A. CURTIS, MASSACHUSETTS, USA
Learn how to raise & train a happy, well-behaved Labrador who's a joy to take anywhere.
This 284-page one-stop reference book is part of the Canine Handbooks, Amazon's leading dog breed series. It guides you from bringing puppy home to caring for him or her in old age.
British author Linda Whitwam & 31 Lab experts (all AKC Breeders of Merit or Kennel Club Assured Breeders) answer your many questions & troubleshoot common problems. Together they provide a blueprint for a rewarding, lifelong partnership between you & your new Labrador.
When you bring puppy home, there's step-by-step advice on:
Where Puppy Should Sleep
Getting Pup Used to You & Your Home
Understanding Your New Arrival
Typical Labrador Traits
What Labs Love & Hate
Housetraining & Crate Training
Socialisation
How to stop Puppy Biting & Jumping Up
Obedience Training incl. Sit, Stay, Down, Recall, Walking on Leash & Clicker Training
Exercise How Much & How Often
Grooming
Caring for an Ageing Lab
If you haven't got your puppy yet, save potential heartache by following our expert advice on:
Where NOT to Buy a Labrador From
How to Spot a Poorly-Bred Pup
How to Find a Good Breeder & the Questions to Ask
How to Pick a Healthy Puppy with a Good Temperament
Male or Female?
Show, Working or a Mixture?
Colour?
Puppy-Proofing Your Home & Garden
Rescue Labs
There's over 20 pages on Feeding, including Feeding Puppies, Feeding Charts, Calorie Counters, Raw Diet, Maintaining a Healthy Weight - often a challenge with Labs! & Feeding Seniors.
Labrador Health is covered in depth, including Ailments which can Affect the Breed, Allergies, Skin Issues, Ear Infections, Spaying, Neutering, Vaccinations, Worming, De-Fleaing & Microchipping & the Labrador Facts of Life.
REVIEWS FOR THE COMPLETE LABRADOR HANDBOOK:
"This is the book I have been looking for. I have had only had Springer Spaniels. This is my first Lab & after reading this book I am able to understand why my Lab behaves the way he does," L. NORDENHOLD, USA
"Fabulous book! A great book for new labrador owners like ourselves. I like the fact it gives real-life experiences from seasoned labrador owners. Bella seems to like it too, as there are already teeth marks on the cover, let's turn to the chapter to stop puppies biting!" ENUD DAVIES, UK
"We found this to be an excellent book filled with valuable information, tips & guidance for Lab owners. Our puppy is now 4 months old & we have already put into practice some of the tips & techniques suggested in the book," R.M. SCHARNHORST, US