The Labrador Forum

  1. Getting Started

    Find out how to get started with posting text and images

    1. Help For Guests & New Members

      Let’s get you started! Here’s where you can find out how to use the forum and join the conversation.
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      Latest: How To Join The Forum pippa@labforumHQ, Jul 27, 2018
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    2. Introductions & Saying Hello

      This is the place to say 'hello' if you'd like to - no pressure!
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      Latest: New puppy , terrible nights. Edp, Mar 22, 2023 at 5:04 PM
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  2. Getting Help With Your Labrador

    A place to post your questions about every aspect of raising a Labrador from puppy to old age.

    1. Labrador Puppies

      This is the place to get help with puppy problems, share your puppy pictures and chat about labrador puppies
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      Latest: Barking at cat flap Monty's human, Mar 23, 2023 at 2:01 PM
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    2. Labrador health

      A place to discuss any issues to do with labrador health
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      Latest: 2 year old yellow lab food recs CeeCee, Mar 25, 2023 at 12:33 AM
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    3. Labrador Training

      This is the place to discuss Labrador training issues, get help with your Lab and to share your training tips and experiences with others.
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      Latest: Clingy puppy Pixie, Mar 1, 2023
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    4. Labrador behaviour

      dogs behaving badly!
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      Latest: 6-year-old newly afraid of dog door AlanM, Mar 7, 2023
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    5. Labrador breeding & genetics

      Mating, pregnancy, whelping, weaning & other matters related to breeding
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      Latest: Poolehall labradors..looking for relatives SJH100, Nov 30, 2022
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    6. Senior Labradors

      This is the place to discuss issues and raise questions related to your senior Labrador Retriever.
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      Latest: Luke's Larpar Surgery Journey Ski-Patroller, Dec 20, 2022
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    7. The Labrador Site

      General information from The Labrador Site and a place for you to tell us what you would like to see more of
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      Latest: Dog smell Ski-Patroller, Jun 21, 2021
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  3. Let's Get Training

    1. Dog Training: Principle and Practice

      Not sure what methods to use? Want to discuss techniques or training strategies. This is the place.
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      Latest: Help J.D, Apr 28, 2022
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    2. Your Training Logs

      Want to share the ups an downs of your training journey? This is where to share your experiences. (only registered forum members can view)
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      Latest: Shamas' training log marta5, Sep 23, 2021
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    3. Clicker Training

      For discussions about clicker training
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      Latest: A list of ideas for shaping GANTHERCAGE, Aug 11, 2021
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    4. Obedience

      Training for advanced obedience, competitions, and awards
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      Latest: Try this challenge in a small space Colettedeann, Oct 25, 2022
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    5. Gundog Training, Fieldwork, & Field Trials

      Discussion on training working gundogs, all breeds.
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      Latest: Reluctant retriever…except in water! Emga, Nov 9, 2022
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    6. Agility & Flyball

      A place to discuss training for and competing in the sports of agility and flyball.
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      Latest: Small victories marta5, Sep 23, 2021
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    7. Working Trials

      A place to chat about the wonderful world of working trials!
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      Latest: Working Pack Dog Title marta5, Sep 14, 2021
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    8. The Gundog Club and The Gundog Trust

      Information and updates from the Gundog Club and the Gundog Trust
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      Latest: Winter training lining and casting marta5, Nov 17, 2021
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    9. Behavioural science and dog training philosophy

      A place to chat about canine behaviour, the latest research, and why we train our dogs the way we do
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      Latest: Dog fear aggression towards one breed??? CeeCee, May 6, 2022
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    10. Ringcraft and Showing

      Discussions about showing our dogs and how to train for it, whether fun companion shows or more serious events.
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      Latest: Free stack sabri.1996, Oct 5, 2018
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    11. Forum Challenges

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      Latest: December Challenge - Christmas themed trick marta5, Nov 17, 2021
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  4. Labrador Lounge

    1. Labrador Chat

      Chat about your labradors here
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      Latest: Best Halter? Pauline S Lane, Feb 16, 2023
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    2. Labradors in the News

      News items about Labradors from around the world
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      Latest: How to miss a flight QuinnM15, May 30, 2018
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    3. Labrador Rescue

      A place to discuss rescue dogs and rescue societies
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      Latest: Rescued 9mo lab with TRAUMA Eli C, Feb 27, 2021
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    4. Labradors in Service

      A place for Labradors that serve our community. Therapy dogs, guide dogs, search and rescue etc.
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      Latest: Sophie - St John Ambulance Therapy Dog Wrightlabs, Mar 4, 2023
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    5. From the Labrador archives

      There are now over four hundred articles in our archives. We are gradually overhauling and updating them. Here are our favourites.
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      Latest: Labrador Obedience Training charlie, Jun 20, 2016
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  5. Canine Corner

    1. The Rainbow Bridge

      Remembering old friends
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      Latest: Our sweet 5 year old Chocolate Maggie Fudge Tragically Killed by Car CeeCee, Jan 13, 2023
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    2. Dog Friendly

      Share your recommendations for dog friendly places to go. Pubs, hotels, beaches, cafes, walks, anywhere you've had fun with your dog.
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      Latest: Dog Friendly Holiday cottages / hotels UK Ruth Buckley, Mar 23, 2020
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    3. Dog Chat

      Anything and everything to do with dogs
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      Latest: Are there any risks associated with using natural care products for dogs? PaulWatkins, Mar 13, 2023
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    4. Raw Feeding

      A place to discuss the pros & cons of raw feeding, and to get help with feeding your dog on a raw diet
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      Latest: Puppy food for new 8 week old? 5labs, Sep 6, 2022
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  6. Bargains and Best Buys

    1. Christmas Gifts

      A place to share ideas for Christmas gifts for dogs and their owners
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      Latest: Pet portraits mrgrtt123, Oct 4, 2019
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    2. Using the bargains and best buys section

      Information about using this section. Please read before posting
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      Latest: unnatural flooring... labl0ver, Apr 4, 2019
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    3. Products and supplies for puppies

      A place to recommend your favourite puppy products, toys, training aids and so on.
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      Latest: Best Carrier or Backpacks for early Labrador socialization? AnnieR, Jan 4, 2022
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    4. Products for dogs & their owners

      A place to discuss and recommend your favourite products, beds, leads, collars, toys and anything else your dog might need.
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      Latest: Dogs sharing a bed? Edp, Nov 28, 2022
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    5. Books

      A place to discuss and recommend books of any kind. Please read posting guidelines.
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      Latest: Total Recall: Proofing with people Sophie Bellin, Jan 9, 2023
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  7. General Chat & Events

    1. Competitions

      Forum competition threads
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      Latest: How many dogs complete at the Akc competition? Curtis530, Jan 23, 2023
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    2. Pets Corner

      For all those interesting pets you keep, that aren't dogs!
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      Latest: Cat Cubby leolaquitzon, Sep 13, 2022
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    3. Events

      Dog shows, game fairs and any other forthcoming events of interest
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      Latest: Highclere Country Show charlie, May 17, 2018
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    4. Recipes

      A place to swap recipes
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      Latest: Basic peanut butter, banana and oatmeal puppy treats Colettedeann, Oct 28, 2022
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  8. Technical, Help and Information

    General forum information and announcements. Help with technical issues

    1. Information and Announcements

      Information for guests and important updates and information about the forum.
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      Latest: Merry Christmas SimonKelly, Oct 28, 2022
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    2. Technical & Help

      This is the place to ask for help in using the forum
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      Latest: Deletion of Posts/Threads/Profile sarah@forumHQ, Feb 9, 2023
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