Labrador Retriever

The Labrador Retriever did originate in North America, but in Newfoundland, not in Labrador as the name implies. And, although the first dogs came from Newfoundland, it was in England where the breed was truly refined, with the first Labradors being shown as a recognized breed in 1903. They were first registered in the U.S. in 1917.

The Labrador's many fine qualities make it not only a great family pet and dependable and sturdy hunting dog, but also ideal for work as guide dogs and in search and rescue.

The coat of the Labrador is short, oily and water-repellent. Colors range from black, yellow (cream to dark red), and light to dark chocolate brown.

How long is a dog pregnant for

Many people don't have a clue in regards to how long dogs will be pregnant for before giving birth, and many of whom may have dogs that are in fact pregnant! In short, it varies, as smaller dogs will stay pregnant for a shorter period of time. Typically, it can be expected that a dog will be pregnant from 55-60 days, or 8-9 weeks. However, you will want to look up your specific species to find out when exactly they will be expected to give birth.

Shih Tzu grooming styles with pictures

The unique thing about your pet Shih Tzu is you have the capability to groom it multiple ways, with many decorations. Make yours unique to your style! We'll post pictures soon with how we like ours to look.