Labs in the News

Jessie - Our Famous Lab

Yes, it’s true – we have a famous Lab in our midst!  Just check out page 24 of the April 2007 edition of BARK magazine.There in all her smiling glory, you’ll see Jessie featured as a “Smiling Dog”. 

When she came to us she tested positive for heartworm, had a broken pelvis from being hit by a car and needed major surgery on her hip.  Her successful surgery and treatments are behind her now, and nice long walks, trips to the park and playtime with buddies are back on her agenda.  -- but she has even more to smile about. Her wonderful foster tenderly nursed her back to health during her long recuperation. Then, when he was out of town, he missed Jessie so much he knew right then and there that an adoption was in order.

Now Jessie has a real forever home with the person she loves most of all.  Jessie sure has a lot to smile about these days, and what a winning smile it is!

Brodie — Our Hollywood Star!

Last Spring 2007, as some of you may have read, one of our rescued Labs, Brodie, spent some time in Hollywood after being chosen to star in an upcoming movie. When production of the movie was put on hold he was sent back home after three short months with a trainer.

Our Safe Harbor Lab Rescue star must have left some impression, as he was asked back for a role in the same movie! He left a few weeks ago to get to know his co-stars and new trainer(s) and will be traveling with the rest of the pack to Miami, where they will begin filming again soon.

Stay tuned for future updates! We're confident that he will remember the small life that he came from in Monument, Colorado and return home from life as a "star" without having picked up any habits that would make Britney blush!

Info Worth Its Salt

Are All The Wrong People Having Puppies
By Gretchen Bernardi

"Pets: The Shadow Population"
Drive - The Magazine from Subaru

Labrador Retriever FAQ's
Welcome to k9web! Resources for the Canine Community

Why Rescue: "Top 10 Reasons You Should Consider a Rescue."
NESR

Looking out for older dogs
The Senior Dogs Project

Leilah's Laughs - Dog Humor and More...

The Top 10 Reasons to Adopt a Seasoned Labrador

1. Adulthood: In most cases Seasoned Labradors are well past the chewing and digging stages of life. They cause less destruction than puppies or younger dogs. They also have a longer attention span, making them easier to train.
   
   
2. Peace of Mind: Over 90% of older dogs are housebroken before they go to a second home. In addition, an adult dog has a larger bladder and can go for longer periods of time without relief, such as when you get stuck in traffic.
   
   
3. Experience: Most seasoned Labradors have been socialized with other animals. They can provide an example and calming influence to younger dogs. 
   
   
4. Tolerance: Seasoned Labradors are good first dogs for children because they are patient with tail-tugging and rough petting. They'll walk away from a playing child rather than hurting the child.
   
   
5. Companionship: Senior dogs don't demand constant watchfulness and attention. They're content just to be in the same room while family members are working or relaxing. A Seasoned Labrador will be just as happy with a sedate walk as with intense exercise.
   
   
6. Dignity: Seasoned Labradors are generally calmer than young dogs; they won't scare small children or the elderly by jumping up to greet them.
   
   
7. Adaptability: An adult dog will adapt more easily to changes in your household, such as a new baby, relatives or guests visiting, or being left alone for long periods of time when there is a sudden burst of overtime at work.
   
   
8. WYSIWYG: (What you see is what you get). A senior dog is fully grown, and most of its health history is already known (hereditary diseases, arthritis, and hip dysphasia are some). There are no guesses about how big it will get, whether it will bark a lot, or what its energy level will be.
   
   
9. Personality: A senior dog arrives with its own set of likes (soft places to sleep, belly rubs, tennis balls) and dislikes (cauliflower, squirrels, vacuum cleaners), and each one is different. Discovering all the facets of a senior's personality makes life with them truly enjoyable.
   
   
10. Memories: Even if you have a Seasoned Labrador as part of your life for only a few years, the days and the adventures you share are precious. The love and joy you receive every day from a senior will more than compensate for the sadness of eventually losing such a wonderful companion.

Reprinted with permission from Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue, Inc.