Why are Labs prone to weight gain?
A recent study has shown that a gene mutation associated with weight and food motivation has been found specifically in Labrador and flat coat retrievers, occurring even more frequently in Labradors who are used as assistance dogs.
How much food should I feed my female lab?
For a 50-pound Lab feed 2-1/2 to 3 cups daily. For a 60-pound Lab feed 3 to 3-1/2 cups daily. For a 70-pound Lab feed 3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups daily. For an 80-pound Lab feed 3-1/2 to 4 cups daily.
Which is heavier a chocolate lab or an English lab?
Black Labs are frequently found in both these categories, but some Lab colors differ. For example the chocolates. Chocolate Labs are more likely to be show bred than field bred. English Labs weigh more than American Labs in general, and may therefore be at the higher end of average when it comes to weight.
How can I get a smart Chocolate Lab?
You can increase your chances of getting a ‘smart chocolate lab’ by picking your puppy from a breeder who can prove the ancestry of their puppies is from smart and intelligent stock, perhaps from a working line.
What can I Feed my lab that is overweight?
Although your Lab now needs to eat fewer calories, you do not have to cut treats completely out of its diet. Instead, you can feed the occasional healthy treat, such as apple slices, unbuttered popcorn, and bits of bananas. Ask your vet about healthy and appropriate treats before feeding them to your Lab.
Why is it important to keep Choc lab active?
Keeping your choc Lab active will also help combat obesity, which can be a problem with all types of Lab. They will eat whatever is put in front of them, and if their diet is not carefully monitored, they can become overweight.
Black Labs are frequently found in both these categories, but some Lab colors differ. For example the chocolates. Chocolate Labs are more likely to be show bred than field bred. English Labs weigh more than American Labs in general, and may therefore be at the higher end of average when it comes to weight.
You can increase your chances of getting a ‘smart chocolate lab’ by picking your puppy from a breeder who can prove the ancestry of their puppies is from smart and intelligent stock, perhaps from a working line.
Although your Lab now needs to eat fewer calories, you do not have to cut treats completely out of its diet. Instead, you can feed the occasional healthy treat, such as apple slices, unbuttered popcorn, and bits of bananas. Ask your vet about healthy and appropriate treats before feeding them to your Lab.
Where is the CHOC Children’s laboratory services located?
CHOC Children’s Laboratory Services. We are located on the lower level of the CHOC Children’s Bill Holmes Tower, just outside the elevators. After parking in the structure next to the hospital, patients must check in at the main reception area in the lobby of the hospital with the lab request from the child’s physician.
