The Complete Labrador Handbook

The Essential Guide for New & Prospective Labrador Owners

Imagine you could call on top Labrador Retriever breeders in the UK & USA for complete advice about your new puppy - or choosing the right puppy. Well, now you can!

Canine author Linda Whitwam has teamed up with 31 Labrador experts - all Kennel Club Assured Breeders or AKC Breeders of Merit - to answer the dozens of questions every new & prospective owner has. If you only buy one Labrador book, get this one. It guides owners through the different life stages of the Labrador, from puppyhood & adolescence to adulthood & right through to old age.

The Complete Labrador Handbook is the biggest, most in-depth & up-to-date book yet on the breed. The pages are easy to read & packed full of practical info, superb colour photos & insider tips on everything you need to know about these intelligent, loyal & highly-rewarding dogs.

This one-stop reference book helps you care for, train & build a successful partnership with your Labrador & it makes a great gift for new & prospective owners. Read the breeders’ advice & learn about:

• The different colours & types of Labradors
• How to prepare your home & garden
• What to do when your puppy arrives home
• Where he or she should sleep
• Getting through the first few days & nights
• How much exercise to give
• Typical Labrador traits & puppy habits
• Understanding your dog’s behaviour
• Labradors & children
• Crate training
• Housetraining (potty training)
• Socialisation
• Obedience training
• How to deal with issues such as puppy biting & chewing
• Grooming

Feeding - Feeding Puppies & Adults, What the Breeders Feed, Feeding Charts, The Raw Diet, Food Allergies, Reading Dog Food Labels & Feeding Senior Dogs.

Labrador Retriever Health is covered in depth, including Ear Infections, Skin Issues, Allergies, Spaying, Neutering, Vaccinations, Worming, De-Fleaing & Microchipping, & ailments which can affect the breed.
For anyone who hasn’t chosen their puppy yet, there’s:

• The Importance of Health Testing
• How to Recognise a Good Breeder & the Questions to Ask
• Puppy Contracts
• Where NOT to Buy a Labrador Retriever From
• How to Pick a Healthy Puppy or Adult Dog
• How to Pick a Puppy With the Right Temperament
• Getting a Rescue Labrador

NOTE: This is not a glossy coffee table book, this is a detailed step-by-step reference manual on how to take care of your Labrador Retriever.

Reviews for The Complete Labrador Handbook:

"This is an excellent read for anyone who wants a Labrador or already has one. Easy to read and very informative. I have been breeding Labradors for 35 years and I will be recommending this to my puppy buyers from now on," C.A. CURTIS, USA

"I'm an owner of three labs ages 9 years, 2 years and 5 months, this is a great chunky book with lots of interesting sections, I really enjoyed the history of the breed it explained why mine love to swim so much and never feel the cold, it's a great read from cover to cover and covers everything you would ever need or want to know about you lab I'd recommend to new puppy owners or seasoned pros alike," V. CROFT, UK

"Anything you don't know about Labradors, you will find in this book. Very well researched and very informative. Ms Whitwam interviewed the top breeders from the UK and USA, and in doing so, has written one of the most useful books that I have ever read regarding the breed. If you are new to Labrador Retrievers or just want to learn more about these amazing dogs, this book is for you," M. SIZEMORE, USA

"I already have 2 Labradors & getting a new puppy soon & I've definitely picked up some great tips. It's full of facts, great advice, helpful illustrations & lovely photos.Loved reading the breeders experiences too. The only book you'll need on labs. Highly recommended," D. SHAW, UK