Živa Rudolf

New Year’s Eve can be pure magic for us — but for many Labradors, it’s the most frightening night of the year.What we hear as celebration, they often feel as chaos: deep booms that shake the ground, flashes of light that pierce the dark, and unfamiliar smells and vibrations that seem to come from everywhere […]

When your Labrador trembles, pants, or hides as fireworks explode, it’s one of the most helpless feelings in the world.You want to comfort them — but you also wish you could explain, “It’s just noise, you’re safe.” Fear like this is your Lab’s nervous system doing what it’s wired to do — trying to survive

Many Labrador owners tell me a similar story: “We walk him in the morning and again in the evening, but he’s still crazy, obsessed, and never really settles.” On paper, that sounds perfect. Two walks a day, food, a comfy bed, plenty of love. But for an active, intelligent Labrador, even two walks can still

If you’ve ever seen a dog trembling through fireworks, you know how heartbreaking it can be.The good news? You can help your Labrador never develop that fear in the first place — by introducing sounds slowly, playfully, and with calm confidence from the very start. Labrador puppies are curious, bright, and brave — but they

There’s love… and then there’s Labrador love. It’s not delicate or quiet.It doesn’t come with candlelight or whispered words.It crashes into your life like a muddy, tail-wagging storm — and suddenly, everything changes. Because when a Labrador loves you, they love you with their whole being. They don’t care what you look like in the

If you’re the proud parent of a Labrador Retriever, you already know they’re energetic, curious, and incredibly food-driven. But did you know that chewing isn’t just something they like to do—it’s something they need to do? Chewing isn’t just about destroying shoes (though Labs are pros at that if left to their own devices!). It’s

When it comes to raising a healthy, happy Labrador Retriever, food isn’t just fuel. It’s information. It speaks to your dog’s body, brain, and even personality. And what you put in the bowl can either support their physical and mental wellbeing—or quietly undermine it. Let’s talk about why what you feed your Labrador really matters.

Welcoming a Labrador puppy into your life is one of the most rewarding experiences imaginable. Labradors are known for their friendly, affectionate nature and their incredible ability to bond deeply with their human family. But what really makes these dogs thrive is the powerful connection you build with them—one rooted in trust, praise, and calm

You might think your Labrador is being “stubborn” or “distracted” when they stop mid-walk to bury their nose in the grass. But here’s the truth: sniffing isn’t a sign your dog’s ignoring you. It’s a sign they’re being a dog. And for Labradors, it’s one of the healthiest, most rewarding things they can do. At

If you live with a Labrador Retriever, you know they have a zest for life that’s both endearing and—at times—overwhelming. Whether it’s lunging out the door, jumping up to greet guests, or snatching food mid-air, impulse control doesn’t exactly come built-in. But what if I told you that building calm, thoughtful behavior in your Lab