THREE THINGS TO PROTECT AGAINST HIP DYSPLASIA FOR YOUR PUPPY

•  Buy from tested parents (which you have done when you purchased a puppy from us)
•  Feed correctly
•  Do not over exercise                                                                                                                       

Moderate Growth

In order to ensure that your dog does not grow too rapidly do not overfeed your puppy, no matter how hungry he or she seems. Most Labradors are very greedy and will eat far beyond their needs.  Rapid growth means that the hip joint may not develop properly.                                                           (Be sure to give your puppy quality food made for large breeds.)

Moderate Exercise

Do not over-exercise your puppy. People sometimes take puppies for long walks at far too young an age.  Puppies do not need to go hiking.  Likewise, avoid teaching or encouraging young puppies to jump or climb stairs, as this places stress on the growing joints and is not necessary.

Playing in your garden for short periods is a good form of exercise.