Anyone that is planning on getting a puppy is certainly going to want to make sure that they get the best choice possible. But how can you make sure that you are getting the best puppy from the litter especially when they all look alike and they all seem to be begging for you to take them home with you? Instinct seems to tell you that the special puppy will be one that you will spot when you see him.
Ironically, most people seem to select the puppy that keeps rushing to them seemingly to almost push all of the other puppies out of the way and claim you as his new master but this is actually the puppy that you don’t want. These are the puppies that usually grow into the kind of dogs that snap at people and show more aggression.
The puppy that seems to always make the best dog is the puppy that is sitting back while all of his siblings are rushing forward and he just gives you those puppy dog eyes. He is the puppy that will make the most obedient and enjoyable pet later on.
Steer clear of the puppy that looks timid and afraid for it is that exact temperament in a puppy that tends to stay with him through adulthood. These dogs are often scared and have a tendency to be aggressive and destructive.
Learn everything that you possibly can about Labs before you pick your puppy. Talk to people that have owned Labs, check out information from the Web, and read some articles so that you know everything possible about health problems that might be common with Labs, how they are supposed to be groomed, and how to introduce them to children. Also, it is common for Labs to suffer from separation anxiety, so learn about that too before making a choice.
There are also better times of the year to get a puppy. Avoid winter and summer months when looking for any type of dog as your choices might be more restricted. During the fall and spring you will uncover that there is a better selection of puppies, especially Labs to pick and choose from.
When it comes to select questions about your particular puppy the one who will know the most is the actual breeder himself. Some breeders are a powerhouse of information while others are not. The task is left up to you to be prepared to ask the right questions to the breeder. In addition, you have to at least have some idea if what the breeder is telling you is true and also the significance of these questions.
You will want to ask the breeder if the puppies were shipped to him and ask him what he does with his litters of puppies and if he ever works with brokers and dealers. Does he seem to be the type of breeder that is willing to let his puppies go before they are ready? If so, then he likely isn’t a very good breeder with the best interest of his puppies at stake. Find out who the Lab puppies have been exposed to which is important for later socialization.
Tim Williams is a labrador retriever enthusiast. He owns and maintains Labrador Retriever Answers, a resource for all labrador retriever lovers and where you can find more great puppies labs and other retriever information and advice.
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