My Favorite Links


In no particular order

CLUBS:

High Desert Labrador Retriever Club of Ca, Inc. - High Desert regions of Southern California and surrounding areas.
Labrador Retriever Club of Southern California, Inc. - Southern California
The National Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. - A national Lab Club working for the betterment of the breed.

Member of the Southern California Sporting Dog Fanciers Assoc.

GENETICS:

B/b, E/e, and Beyond - A detailed examination of Coat Color Genetics in the Labrador Retriever.
Coat Color Inheritance in the Labrador Retriever - A good site to begin learning about this subject.
VetGen - Coat Color Prediction Service for the Labrador Retriever.
Do Silver Labradors Really Exist? - This site puts to rest the existance of the "rare" silver Labrador.
Silver Lab, Real or Myth? - This site smashes the myth of this so called rare color of Labrador.  Valuable breeder information also included.
Canine Thyroid Resistry - Genetic testing to identify dogs phenotypically normal for breeding programs.
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals - Diagnostic service and registry for Hip and Elbow Displaysia, Patellar Luxation, Craniomandibular osteopathy, and Cardiac and Thyroid Registries.
Growth-Associated Bone Disorders in Dogs - OCD, HOD, and Panosteitis discussed as disorders, symptoms, treatment and genetics.  Excellent link.
Mis-Marks or "Splash" puppies - International Labrador Review article with photos of a "splash" puppy.
Labradordb.com - Trace the Geneology of your Labrador.

General Health:

Cold Water Tail - A euphemism for a relitively common occurance in Sporting Dogs.  The tail of the dog hands down from the tail base, or is held horizontal for three of four inches and then drops down.
Urinary Incontinence - A look at some of the congenital and genetic causes of lost bladder control.

AcmePet Dog House Health Bulletin Board - A great forum to ask questions and share information regarding general dog health issues.
Gastric Torsion/Bloat in Dogs - A serious and life threatening sudden onset illness that affects deep chested dogs such as the Labrador Retriever, Great Dane, Akita and Doberman Pinscher.
Cold Tail, Dead Tail, Limber Tail - A condition most often found in working and sporting breeds. 
Cushing's Disease - An excellent article from PetView Magazine Online.
Veterinary Cushing's Disease and Cushing's Syndrome - FAQ's, Articles and Resources, Cushing's Forum, Survivor's Gallery and Stories, and Cushing's Related Links.
Cushing's Disease - An easy to understand article from Dog Owners Guide.
Canine Diabetes - Information for owners with canines with Diabetes Mellitus.  Includes Glucose Blood Chart, FAQ's, Insulin information and mailing lists.
Canine Diabetes Mellitus - An explanation and current therapies.
Hypothyroidism - A question and answer format from patient to vet.
What Is Canine Hypothyroidism? - A brief description of symptoms and diagnosis.
Diagnosing Canine Hypothyroidism - An in-depth description of how to obtain an accurate diagnosis.
Cruciate Ligament Surgery - A photo journal of a Lab's knee surgery and an explanation of how this injury may occur.
Encyclopedia of Canine Veterinary Medical Information - Diseases and conditions listed from A - Z.

Miscellaneous

American Kennel Club Breed Standard - A description of the standards for the ideal Labrador.
AcmePet Labrador Retriever Bulletin Board - A great forum for to ask questions and share information with other Labrador lovers.
The Labrador Museum - A collection of photos of Labrador Champions and title-holders with  3-generation pedigrees, arranged alphabetically.
LABSR4U - The Labrador List with a heart, and much more.
Breeder/Judges - A list of AKC Labrador "Breeder" Judges (conformation).

PUBLICATIONS & RECOMMENDED READING:

The Labrador Quarterly - The #1 Labrador Publication in the world featuring in-depth breeder interviews, specialty results, a breeder's directory, rankings of Top Labs in conformation and obedience and much more.
Books We Recommend - AcmePet Lab Board Webpage - A wide variety collection books recommended for any Labrador owner.  An Amazon.com Associate site.  Purchase from this site and you will be helping Lab Rescue!

Rescue:

Southern California Labrador Retriever Rescue, Inc. - Great resource for adoption!


Labrador Life Line - Created to help owners or rescurers who are in need of finacial assistance.
LABMED - Created to distribute financial aid to injured or ill rescues, giving them a second chance at adoption.
Labrador Retriever Rescue Contacts - Listed by Country and State.
All Retriever Rescue Foundation - Southern California based rescue for Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Chesapeke Bay Retrievers, Flat Coated Retrievers and Curly Coated Retrievers.

Shopping:

Labrador Brands Trading Post - The apperal store for active wear and accessories dedicated to the lovers of Labrador Retrievers.
Labradorables - It's not a calalog, it's a Labalog!

Dog Shows:

Jack Bradshaw, Superindendants - Lists upcoming shows, results, club activity, matches and more.  Mostly Southern California.
AKC Titles and Abbreviations - Explains the many prefix and suffix title abbreviations.
A Beginner's Guide to Dog Shows - This site explains the nine types of AKC dog shows.
Conformation - An easy to follow outline of what goes on in the conformation ring with an explanation of the points and "majors" required for a dog to earn it's Champion title.
INFO Dog - Lists upcoming shows, results, judge's assignments, and more.

Miscellaneous:

Dog Owner's Guide Site Index - Listed by topic and ranging from breed, health, training, gifts, crate training, fleas, etc.
Rec.pets.dogs FAQ Homepge - Answers general questions people have about dogs.

Microhipping & Tattooing:

Microchips - "Grain-sized microchip canbe Fido's ticket home."
Home Again - Unique companion-animal retrieval system using microhip implantation..
AVID Pettrac - Microchip identification and national database to re-unite lost pets.
TATOO-A-PET - Pet Protection and Recovery Network

Shopping:

Kansas Bank Note Company, Inc.- Personal checks custom designed by you or select from stock designs.  Large selection of dog breeds, horses, cats, and more.
KV Vet Supply - Order direct from this large warehouse containing over 5,000 different products and save.  Free shipping on most items.  Carries perscription medications.
Omaha Vaccine Company - Online catalog for large and small animal care needs.  Carries perscription medications.
Doctors Foster and Smith - Pet products online from the world's most trusted name for pet supplies.
PETsMART.com - Pet food and pet supplies plus a whole lot more.
Pets.Com - A superstore, a grocery store, a specialty store, delivered to your door.
NuPro - All natural supplement for dogs, cats and ferrets.  Endorsed by Maggie and Nessa!
Merritt Naturals - Skin and Coat EFA capusules.  Another product endorsed by Maggie and Nessa!
Sensible Choice Natural Blend Dog Food - This is the food that Maggie eats and she loves it.
Nutro's Natural Choice Dog Food - This is the food that Nessa eats and she loves it.