Hi everyone, I loved the site and forum and despite all the warnings I decided to go ahead with a lab pup anyway! Jasper has just turned 11 weeks and he came home with me last Sunday. What's surprising me though is how lazy he is! It makes me a little worried for him when I read of all these hyper pups, as he'll be coaxed into around 5 minutes of play before climbing on my lap or plodding off to his favourite rug for a kip. (Oh and he snores like a warthog!) He got his first jabs and a checkup on Thursday and the vet says he's tip top. I must admit he's taken well to the crate and we've only had 3 wees in the house over the week (we have 4 & 7 year old kids so were distracted! ). Am I expecting too much activity from him at this age?
Re: My first lab. Hi there and welcome! All pups are different. We got my old dog Bones at 12 weeks and he was always a great one for going off for a little snooze... If the vet says he's fine then I wouldn't worry!
Re: My first lab. Hello from me and Molly. I think if your vet has said Jasper is in good health then you should just count your lucky stars! (I don't recall my last dog being anything like as hectic as Molly when he was a pup - I might be mis-remembering, but I think each is an individual.)
Re: My first lab. Welcome from us, Hattie 6 years and rescue boy Charlie 3 years. Enjoy Jasper he sounds like a joy x
Re: My first lab. Thanks. I guess I'm just worrying too much as he's a little bit poorly today. He was sick this morning (before breakfast thankfully) and hasn't been very keen to eat since. He took some coaxing into breakfast and left half his lunch which is very unlike him so far - he wolfed down every morsel until today. The vet said to expect he'd be off colour after the jab but that was Thursday and besides being carsick on the way home he was fine yesterday. Anyway, here's a couple of snaps; one with my youngest earlier this week and another I took just now as he's in his usual state!
Re: My first lab. He's lovely. Maybe he is just a chilled dog; I'd quite like that. I would let him sleep as much as he likes for the time being.
Re: My first lab. Hi there,sorry he's been poorly today,that's a lovely photo of him with your son x My dog is 20 months now ,he has always snoozed away during the quiet times of the day,I used to worry a bit too as he's our first dog and spent a lot of time googling,how much should my dog sleep ;D but the second there is action he's up and at it .I thank my luck because he's never been one to go looking for trouble if you know what I mean,chewing of the house :was minimal ;DEnjoy the quiet times because there will be some hectic times too ;D a lovely pup ,enjoy him x
Re: My first lab. He certainly isnt lazy, remember he is a baby, and babys need a lot of sleep. Otis was the same at that age, I loved the sound of him snoring. He looks a sweetie, enjoy him, lots of puppy snuggles, which are the best xx
Re: My first lab. He is lovely! If the tum upset continues you could consult the vet, you don't want that to continue too long. But likely it's to do with the needles, so try not to worry. Enjoy the sleepy puppy, soon he'll turn into a teething monster!
Re: My first lab. He's gorgeous. When meg was a puppy (she's 14 now) I'd be playing with her and all of a sudden she would just drop off to sleep. Every pup is individual, so don't worry too much. Hope he gets over his sickness, maybe trip to vet if it doesn't clear up. Welcome, this is a lovely forum, great place for getting ideas and advice.
Re: My first lab. Oh gorgeous puppy! Our boy Pongo (22 weeks) is also a really chilled out pup compared to some of the stories on this thread - he has always slept a lot during the day. I'm sure that he is simply adjusted to us (we both work from home but we're pretty boring while working!) - he knows there is no point trying to get us to play while we're plugged into our laptops, so he just curls up on his favourite chair and snores. He is plenty active enough when we go out for walks, and his weight and shape look fine, so I'm not worrying - just desperately in love with him! As long as your vet gives him a clean bill of health, just enjoy your lovely, LOVELY puppy (although if you are like me you will still worry about every little aspect of him....) Rosie
Re: My first lab. Another gorgeous puppy - cuteness overload today! Enjoy the peace I say - Mira was never one for sleeping if she thought there was the least chance she might miss something, got a bit wearing! She's sleeping a bit more now - at 16months!!!
Re: My first lab. Welcome to the forum! Jasper is gorgeous What lovely photos. As Lisa said, if his appetite stays low, he vomits again or/and he doesn't perk up then give the vet a call
Re: My first lab. If your vet says he is healthy, just enjoy a quiet puppy! I swear I'm entitled to my next 5 puppies being quiet ones after Charlie! ;D ;D ;D
Re: My first lab. Hi there and welcome from me and Lilly too Jasper is gorgeous. Your pictures are fab jac
Re: My first lab. Hi and welcome from me and Harley (9 month old red fox) Love the photos Most pups sleep a lot so I wouldn't worry too much. Of the sickness or lack of appetite continues over the next 24 hours might be best to consult a vet to be on the safe side
