About Older Labs
Labradors past the puppy stage can be wonderful additions to the family. However, there are a few things an adoptive family should be aware of during the decision making process.
When you purchase a puppy, you start with raw clay, and form the Lab’s ideas and habits. When you receive an older Lab, someone has already molded the clay, so to speak. Even if a previous owner did not train the dog at all, the ideas of how to act and think are already formed. This is not to say they can’t change, but it may take work on your part.
If we place an adult Labrador in a household that is so drastically different from what he already knows, it becomes necessary for the new owner to have patience and quite a bit of experience in training, or the placement can become quite discouraging. If, however, we place the exact same dog in a similar situation from which he came, or one where owners are skilled at dog handling, then the situation is perfect. One family may be ready to hang the dog, while the other family understands and loves the same dog.
We will do our best to make sure the placement will work. If you are totally honest with us, we can make better suggestions.
Most of our older Labs come from homes where they were well cared for, but lost the support of their owner to death or job changes. Some Labs may have missed training, or have had improper training. We know every one of these dogs, and can tell you a great deal about them.
Adult microchips stayed registered to Labpups.com as a safety in the event of loss. |
Mollie was born on September 2nd 2009. She is super sweet, gentle
and observant. She will melt your heart. 