Dog Talk
The Healing Paws: Unveiling the Role of Pets in the Road to Sobriety
Embarking on a path to sobriety is an arduous task that requires tremendous courage and support. Believe it or not, sometimes the most unconditional support comes on four legs, wagging a tail, or purring softly. From offering emotional solace to instilling a sense of...
Now Is a Great Time to Launch a Pet Care Business!
When it comes to your job, do you feel stuck in what seems like a dead-end existence? If you are one of the many people in this world unsure about what to do with your career, you may feel like you’ve hit another red light. This couldn’t be further from the truth! You...
What to Know Before Choosing and Welcoming a New Pet
For many Americans, pets are crucial members of the family unit, bringing us humor, companionship, and devotion. In return, we provide shelter, food, stimulation, and a place where they can belong. Understanding these responsibilities is crucial when it comes to...
How to Become a Digital Nomad With Your Pet in Tow
Working remotely from anywhere in the world is an attractive prospect for many. But what if you have a pet? The good news is you don’t have to leave your furry friend behind when you travel. 3 Lovable Labs have some tips for successfully becoming a digital nomad with...
Tips for Preparing for Your Pet Sitter
Tips for Preparing for Your Pet Sitter You love your pet, but you can’t be with them 24/7. And sometimes you need – or want – to travel someplace where you can’t take your fur kid. Leaving your furry family member with a pet sitter can be stressful. No one can love...
Our cards are no longer available on Amazon
This was not an easy decision to make. I sell three times as much on Amazon Handmade (AH) over this website or Etsy on Christmas/Holiday cards. But after jumping through hoops to get paid on sales during the last holiday season, I have decided to close 3 lovable labs...
Who knew we were the problem
Gus had been doing great with the potty training, but then we had been diligent about taking him outside every 2 hours or right when he woke from a nap. And then we had our first accident. After cleaning the pee up we sprayed the floor with Windex to remove the smell....
Say hello to “Gus” the new office manager
On November 30, 2021, we said goodbye to Koda. His time with us was much too short. As I have written before, Koda was our third Labrador rescue and our second that had cancer. Hank had other health issues that shortened his life, and as we look back we wonder whether...
Do rescue organizations have an obligation to verify the information the owner gives them?
During the last sixteen years, Darrell and I have adopted three Labrador Retrievers, Drake, Hank, and Koda all were owner surrenders. Two out of the three Drake and Koda were diagnosed with cancer not too long after we adopted...
It’s been a year, time to say goodbye to Hank and hello to Koda
One year ago yesterday, we had to say goodbye to our beloved Hank, the third Labrador of 3 lovable labs. Due to a family member needing me in Colorado, Darrell, Hank, and I left Fort Lauderdale on July 6th. Not in any hurry, we planned on taking a week to make the...
How do you pick a Labrador Retriever rescue organization?
All dog rescue organizations are wonderful for the work they do. But are some better than others? If you live in Florida and are looking for a Labrador Retriever, then yes, one is better than all of the others. The organization is Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida...
Happy National Black Dog Day!
Today is National Black Dog Day. It was started on October 1, 2016, to encourage people to adopt black dogs who are often left behind in shelters. More black dogs are euthanized in shelters regardless of their breed. Not wanting to adopt a black dog is known as "Black...