Susan J

Susan J is the Online Editor of Doggie General. A dog owner since childhood, she has more than a decade of hands-on experience with Labradors, mixed breeds, and rescue dogs, and has spent years researching canine behavior, nutrition, and training using guidance from veterinary and behavioral organisations. Her work focuses on translating expert knowledge into practical, accessible advice for everyday dog owners.
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Why Does My Labrador Lick Me So Much: Affectionate Behavior

Why Does My Labrador Retriever Lick Me So Much? Labrador Retrievers are famous for their friendly personalities and their love of licking. If you own a Lab, you have probably…

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Why Does My Labrador Growl at Me: Understanding Aggression

Why Does My Labrador Growl at Me? Understanding Aggression in Labs Understanding Growling: It’s Communication, Not Always Aggression Let’s face it: hearing your beloved Labrador growl, especially directed at you,…

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Surprising reasons why your dog’s hackles rise

Why Does My Dog’s Hair Stand on End? Have you ever noticed your dog’s back hair standing straight up, giving them that dramatic spiky fur look? This bristling along their…

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Why Does My Labrador Always Have Something in His Mouth: Behavioral Explanation

Why Your Labrador Always Has Something in His Mouth If you share your home with a Labrador Retriever, you have probably noticed an endearing habit: your dog constantly carries things…

A labrador retriever with a thought bubble above its head, filled with images of smelly socks, dirty laundry, and a half-eaten sandwich.

Why Do Labradors Smell: Managing Odor

Why Do Labradors Smell? Labrador Retrievers are beloved for their friendly nature, intelligence, and versatility. However, even the most ardent Lab enthusiast will admit that these dogs can sometimes have…

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Dog trainer reveals the one game-changing thing you need to improve your dog’s behavior

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Why Do Labradors Love Water: Natural Instincts

Why Do Labradors Love Water So Much? Unveiling the Natural Instincts Labrador Retrievers, with their infectious smiles and boundless energy, are renowned for their affinity for water. Whether it’s a…

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Grand Rapids Parks to Offer Free Dog Training Classes

Grand Rapids Goes to the Dogs: Free Training Classes Offered in City Parks Unleashing a New Era of Canine Companionship Attention all dog lovers of Grand Rapids! The city is…

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Why Do Labradors Get Fatty Lumps: Health Concerns

Understanding Lipomas in Labradors Labrador Retrievers, with their playful personalities and loving nature, hold a special place in many hearts. However, like many purebred dogs, they are prone to specific…

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Why Do Labradors Eat Their Own Poop: Addressing the Issue

Why Do Labradors Eat Their Own Poop? Addressing the Issue Understanding Coprophagia in Labradors It’s a sight and smell no dog owner wants to encounter: their beloved Labrador Retriever munching…

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