Labrador <\/a>is shy, you can invite them slowly and wait for them to approach you. Remember to not look threatening.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOn the other hand, outgoing Labs need less timid actions. You can crouch or bend your knees to come down a bit and then call them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can do this by patting your legs or some other gesture. They will come to you when they are willing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Get to know them a little bit.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some dogs have preferences with regard to petting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some may prefer to petted in a certain area and not in another area. Meanwhile, another dog may like the complete opposite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The point is that dogs have their individual wants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting to know these wants will help you figure out how to pet your Labrador Retriever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a pet owner, you should take the time to figure out what your Lab likes to ensure that they are comfortable with what you are doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, Labs (in general) won\u2019t like being hugged around the neck or having their faces disturbed. You need to get a good grasp of these specific preferences so you won\u2019t make mistakes with your Lab in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Petting your Lab in long strokes also helps. Avoid petting them in pats on the head as they may not like that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, you should still try and figure out which style your Labrador likes the most, as no two dogs are exactly the same when it comes to what they need and want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Talk to your family and friends about how to pet your Labrador.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you have family living with you or friends that are always over, you should inform them of your Lab\u2019s preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are dealing with kids, it\u2019s best to warn them ahead of time that they cannot do this or do that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These warnings will be extremely helpful in avoiding dangerous situations with your Lab. Your Labrador may agitated or uncomfortable when petted in the wrong way, so that is also something that you should look out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Giving your family and friends the right information will help them bond with your Lab as well! It is an opportunity for them and your pet to have fun together in a peaceful and amicable way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the same vein, when the Lab is not yours or is unfamiliar, you should talk to the owner if they have specific needs. This way, you can avoid accidentally agitating or annoying the Labrador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Petting a Labrador is fun and an overall engaging task. They love being petted so long as you doing it the right way.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember, however, that not all dogs operate the same. Try to keep the abovementioned tips in mind, and you should be ready to go!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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