The Labrador is a very well known and well-respected dog breed. This dog was originally bred in Britain to be a hunting dog, and as such still has the webbed feet and coat for retrieving waterfowl. The Labrador is a people oriented dog; they want to be with their family all the time.

Training your Labrador puppy can take some time and effort, but having a well-trained companion is fefinitely worth it.

Some Important Steps
When training your Labrador puppy, remember that this is still a baby. There will be accidents and they will chew things up. It is up to the owners to teach the Labrador puppy acceptable types of behavior.

Training a Labrador puppy has to involve the process of housebreaking the puppy. This step can involve training the puppy with a crate. As Labradors love to be with their family, they may become somewhat insecure when you’re not around. An insecure Labrador is just looking to chew things up to express its’ unhappiness. A crate not only confines the pet, but gives them a feeling of security. Think of a crate as your puppy’s a safe place.

When in the crate, the Labrador will be unlikely to have accidents. Dogs do not like to mess up the area where they sleep. By taking the Labrador outside immediately before and after they are in the crate, you will create a pattern the dog will very quickly adjust too. When not in the crate, paying close attention to your Labrador puppy can assist in the house training process. If the puppy seems ready to go, take them outside right away. Praise the puppy constantly for good toilet behavior. Being consistent with toilet training will be of great benefit when training a Labrador puppy.
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Training your Labrador puppy will[/pin] also involve teaching them to not jump up. It may be little, but no one wants an adult Labrador jumping on them. When the puppy jumps up on you, gently put them back down on the floor and say firmly, “No”. This process may need to be repeated many times, as a Labrador is full of energy and so happy to see their family.

You must make sure when training your Labrador puppy that they learn to socialize properly. Expose them to people, children and other dogs. A socialized, well-trained labrador will be happy and healthy.

Training a Labrador puppy to be a well adjusted and well behaved pet will make both of your lives easier. The Labrador wants to please you, so make sure they comrehend what behaviors are acceptable and what aren’t.