Read About Black Lab Puppies

ImageBlack Lab puppies are the legacies of Newfoundland. This dog breed was once known as the St. John's retriever, which was a smaller version of the Newfoundland dog. The breeders strived over the years to improve the breed's hunting and retrieving instincts, and it shows in this beautiful dog today. Black Lab puppies are adorable, and they make the perfect pet, but as with any breed of dog, you need get all the information you can about the dogs before you decide to take one home. These puppies will grow into obedient dogs. They are outstanding in water or land sports, and make the most loyal companions you will ever find. 

There is responsibility involved in owning a dog, and you need to know how to care for Black Lab puppies in order to make the puppy's life comfortable when you bring it home. With Black Labs, it is important to stimulate play, such as stalking and pouncing. You can also introduce stimulating toys that he may enjoy, and there are many of these available in pet stores both online and off. These dog toys should be lightweight at first, until your puppy starts to grow, and you must make sure they are safe. 

When you have to discipline Black Lab puppies, you should do it in a way so that the punishment is not connected to you. For example, you can put some coins in a tin can and tape it over. When the puppy is showing a bad behavior, just throw the can on the floor. The noise alone should be enough to stop him. There are other things that work just as well too, such as a spray bottle with clean, clear water or even throwing something to get their attention away from what they are doing. When you do this, you use a remote form of punishment. The puppies won't associate that it's coming from you, which will make it easier to form a good relationship. There is a very important thing that you should do as soon as you bring your puppy home, and that is to enroll him in obedience classes. ImageThis will eventually take care of any unwanted behavior. 

A nutritious diet is very important to Black Lab puppies, especially through the first months of their lives. Try to buy one of the brand name dog foods that are available, and there are also many generic brands with all the vitamins and minerals growing puppies need. You should look for food that has the AAFCO brand on it. This organization oversees all the pet food that goes on the market. It does not promote any particular kind of food, but it does ensure that the food you are buying has the nutrition that your puppy needs. The puppies need to learn how to eat both dry and moist food. Dry food is particularly good for puppies' chewing, but you'll find there are advantages and disadvantages to both. The Black Lab Puppies seem to have enough appetite to accommodate both.