By Ben Tanner, Breeder at Rocky River Retrievers As a professional dog breeder, I spend a good chunk of my life surrounded by wagging tails, muddy paw prints, and the occasional stolen sandwich. So you can imagine my reaction when someone asked me: “Ben, do you think AI will replace dogs as pets?” I laughed. Out loud. But then I…
Labrador retrievers love water. Labs were originally bred to help hunters in icy waters. Which may explain why your pup loves swimming and water today! Of course, to have a good relationship with water, it’s best to introduce them at a fairly young age. In this article, Rocky River Retrievers will go over instincts and features that help your pup…
@rockyriverretrievers on Instagram Many people believe that dogs are born with the ability to walk calmly on a leash, in reality, this behavior must be trained early on in their development. It’s a vital skill to instill, and one you’ll appreciate every time you take your dog on a walk. If you’re trying to teach your dog…
@rockyriverretrievers on Instagram Step 1: Learn about the breed of your dog Breeders who wish to do their job responsibly intend to improve the breed and choose beneficial options for the dog. Breeding a purebred dog is expensive, consumes a lot of time, and sometimes gets complicated. To get the most out of breeding your dog,…
@rockyriverretrievers on Instagram Puppies have around 28 teeny-tiny teeth in their jaws that seem to be drawn to furniture, fingers, and toes. Professional dog trainers refer to it as “play biting.” However, it’s annoying and uncomfortable when your cute puppy won’t stop nipping at your heels. Biting is, however, quite typical for puppy teething and important for…