Labmaraner

Characteristics

Health & Longevity

Average Life Span: 10-12 years
The Labmaraner is a hybrid cross breed of the Weimaraner and the Labrador Retriever. This is a relatively healthy breed and a beautiful pup. As with most breeds of dogs, you need to be aware of some medical conditions. To help mitigate problems with your puppy, you should work with a reputable breeder who screens his or her pups to ensure that disease and genetic conditions are not passed down. Some of the medical conditions to look out for in your Labmaraner include epilepsy, bloat, eye problems, ear infections, OCD, heart problems, cold tail, and joint dysplasia.

Epilepsy is a concern in many different breeds, and you may better know this condition as seizures. A seizure in your pup can be scary for both you and your dog. Many times, your pup will have convulsions and sometimes, he or she may become unconscious.

Bloat is a condition that needs immediate attention, or it can turn fatal. Bloat happens when your pup either eats or drinks too fast, or they get too excited after eating. This leads to too much air getting inside of the stomach and this causes the stomach to expand. The expansion then places pressure on other organs, and these organs cannot function correctly.

Eye problems can also occur and you may notice that your Labmaraner either scratches at his eyes or has puffy eyes. The most common eye problems are usually eye allergies or eye infections. If you think your pup may have a more severe condition, talk to your veterinarian and possibly schedule a checkup for your pup.

Ear infections are common in many breeds of dogs, especially those who have floppy ears. Your Labmaraner may develop an ear infection from time to time. To prevent infections, you should pay a little more attention to your pup’s ears and ensure they are always clean. Use a cotton ball and vet recommended cleansing solution to remove any buildup from your pup’s ears once a week.

If your Labmaraner has OCD, you will notice that he or she is in pain when moving around. This disease affects the cartilage that sits between the joints in your pup. The disease can affect any of the joints and is not limited to any particular one.

Heart problems are another concern and something to have your veterinarian screen for on a regular basis. Heart conditions can range from heart disease to heart failure and even murmurs.

Cold tail is common in Labrador Retrievers and is often referred to as dead tail. This condition limits the movement of your pup’s tail and the tail itself will appear to be broken or flaccid.

Lastly, joint dysplasia is common in larger breed dogs, so you need to watch out for it in your Labmaraner. Joint dysplasia can appear in either the hip or the elbow and cause lameness in your pup’s limbs. This is a painful condition and can hinder your dog from being able to get up and down from a standing or laying position.

The Labmaraner has a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years.

Temperament & Train-ability

The Labmaraner is very playful and full of energy. You will find that your pup is not so lazy and loves to chew on toys within your home and also run around in the backyard and play a game of fetch. If you do not provide your pup with enough exercise, he or she will become destructive and unruly inside.

It is important for the Labmaraner to have a yard to run around in and you ideally will need to walk your pup at least twice per day for 30 minutes.

Your Labmaraner does have an affectionate side and will provide you with some snuggles and love, but do not expect it all the time. This breed does have an independent side, which does mean that a bit of stubbornness may rear its head at times.

While your pup may not be overly affectionate, he or she may suffer from separation anxiety when you are not home, so it is best to make sure that you do not leave them alone for too long.

This breed is smart and does not need a whole lot of training, as you will notice that your pup picks up on most cues and commands immediately. You will also find that positive reinforcement with treats yields a better result than any harsher methods.

Grooming

The Labmaraner does not necessarily shed a lot, especially since his or her coat is usually short. You should brush your pup at least a couple of times per week to remove any hairs that may become loose.

Baths are not needed unless your pup has spent the day rolling around in mud or has been sprayed by a skunk. Although a bath is not in order, you do need to make sure that you clean your Labmaraner’s ears at least once per week.

To prevent overgrowth of your pup’s nails, you do need to trim them at least once per month or as needed.

Diet

Your Labmaraner will consume anywhere between four and five cups of food per day. You should choose a high-quality brand of dry kibble that is designed for pups with high activity levels. If you are ever unsure of what to feed your Labmaraner, talk to your veterinarian to find out what he or she recommends.
 

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Cost

A Labmaraner puppy will cost you anywhere between $200 and $600. In addition to the cost of the puppy, you should expect to spend anywhere between $500 and $1,000 annually to provide vaccines, food, vet care, and supplies.

Paws ‘N’ Pups Ranking

Paws ‘N’ Pups ranks every breed out of 4 with 1 being easiest to integrate into your life and 4 being the toughest – The lower the ranking the better.

Ranking takes into account a few basic factors including cost, skill level needed, high vs low maintenance and how critical regular training is to success. The Labmaraner is very playful, energetic, and can be affectionate. He or she does well with kids and trains easily, so it is a terrific choice for your home. If you want a companion who is also not afraid to be independent at times, this is the breed for you. This breed ranks a 1.

 

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