Labrador Retrievers

It's a well known fact that the reviewers here at Dad's Choice are made keen pet lovers. It turns out every one of us has at least one pet if not more. And a quick poll established that the pet we love the most? Labrador Retrievers!

Labradors were originally found, not in Labrador as the name implies, but in Newfoundland. In the early 1880s the breed started to develop in the north of England, developed as a sporting and working dog.

Most early Labradors were black, the yellow making its appearance in 1889. Chocolates were well known in England at the turn of the century and today form an integral part of the breed.

The Labrador Retriever Breed Standard focuses on soundness and activity together with strength and build. The greatest focus is on the head, the coat and the tail.

The first Labradors were imported into Australia in the 1930s and are still an enormously popular breed even today. Labrador owners are fiercely loyal, and its not unusual to see them with not just a Lab, but also decked out in labrador lovers gear!
Dad Rating

Simon
Gotta love a Golden!

Matt
Loyal and full of energy. Ideal for the growing family.

Desensitisation CD for Dogs with Noise Fears

I don't know if it's a problem that's more widespread than you might think, but a couple of us had problems with our dogs getting terrified of thunderstorms. It appears that lots of dogs just don't like the sound of thunder and maybe atmospheric issues are also to blame.

Anyway we got hold of a great dog desensitisation CD which as really helped. This CD is not just recordings of thunderstorms and other lound noises, but also a step by step guide to progressive desenstisation of dogs scared of loud noises.

Its available at speciality retailers and online at Cafepress.com and VetShopAustralia.com.au


Dad Rating

Stevo
Many Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are scared of storms. This helped alot.
Simon
Takes work but this dog desenstization CD really worked.

Kong Dog Toys

If you've got a dog you know that they can pretty much chew through anything especially if its something with a strong bite like a staffy.

Well our dogs love their Kong Toys and they're the toughest dog toy we've found.

Made in the USA, but available here in Australia  prices start from just $19 online.

Available at leading retailers and online pet stores (our favourite is VetShopAustralia).

Dad Rating

Mark
If a staffy can't destroy them, nothing can!

Stevo
Fill  it with peanut butter to keep the doggies occupied.

Simon
The black is the best :)

VetShopAustralia.com.au - Discount Pet Supplies

VetShopAustralia.com.au is an Australian owned, family owned, vet owned business selling cheap pet supplies online. It was the first Australian business to start selling discount pet products online and has won numerous prizes, including Australian Online Retailer of the Year in 2009.

If you're looking for discount Frontline Plus, Revolution, Advantage, Drontal and heartgard or other cheap flea control or worming brands for your dog and cat, then check out VetShopAustralia.com.au

Dad Rating

Ranga
Great website. Low priced pet stuff!

Simon
Cheap stuff for my dog so I'm happy.