Buying a Labrador safely
Always view the puppy in person, meet the mother, and ask to see hip & elbow scores plus eye and PRA test results. Never pay before viewing.
Practical advice for happy, healthy Labradors.
Always view the puppy in person, meet the mother, and ask to see hip & elbow scores plus eye and PRA test results. Never pay before viewing.
Working-line Labs are high-energy and best for active homes; show-line Labs are typically calmer. Black, Yellow, Chocolate or Fox Red — colour is preference, temperament is what matters.
Set up a quiet crate space, stick to the breeder's food for the first week, and book a vet check and second vaccination within days of arrival.
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