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Pippa Mattinson

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Pippa Mattinson is the best selling author of several books on dogs. She is the founder of the Labrador Site and a regular contributor. She is passionate about helping people enjoy their Labradors and lives in Hampshire with her husband and four dogs.

How to Teach a Dog to Stay

Stay command training is an extension of the sit or down command. To teach a dog to stay you...

Labrador Rescue And Rehoming

Labrador rescue centers are breed specific dog shelters. Throughout the world there are charities that focus on rehoming Labrador Retrievers. Most adult...

Greedy Labrador? How to slow down your dog’s eating speed

The greedy Labrador is a stereotype solidly based in fact. Labradors are greedy. I have owned over a dozen Labradors...

What Is The Best Age Gap Between Dogs?

The best age gap between dogs is usually between two and six years. Although many homes are tempted to buy...

Labrador Temperament Traits

The Labrador temperament tends to be tolerant, outgoing, friendly and affectionate to all. The Labrador Retriever breed is smart and...

Dog Recall – Get A Great Recall With Our Training Tips...

The perfect dog recall response will have your dog running to your side the moment you pip your whistle or...

The Complete Labrador Retriever History

The complete journey through Labrador Retriever history is a fascinating one. The original breed stock came from Newfoundland and not Labrador at...

Is Your Dog Home Alone: How Long Can You Leave Your...

You can leave your dog home alone for a short period of time, provided they are happy to rest, sleep...

Should You Spay Your Dog? The Pros and Cons.

You should spay your dog if you are confident that it is the right decision for her,...

White Labradors vs Albino Labs

White Lab puppies are just super pale yellow Labradors with a cool snowy coat. White Labradors have their pale coat...