Black labrador dog ignores owner?

Question

My black lab, who just turned three, is usually very warm and
attentive. She basically would follow me around the house. But now,
she only says hello to me for a minute or two, and very much likes her
own space. What is going on? What should I do? She has not been
spayed, so she may be coming into heat? Or is it possible that she is
preganent??

Answer 1

No, your dog couldnt be pregnant unless she mated with a male. (GET HER SPAYED!!) It is probably some other problem. It might be that she is in heat so GET HER SPAYED!!! Spaying controls the unwanted dog population. Also she might just be sick. Also if she was pregnant, you would start to see some buldge in her abdomen. She could just feel depressed about something. Also three, is when dogs start to want to mate so it could be that b.c. u r a female, she just wants attention of a male.
I have a male black lab, and when he turned four, he didnt want any attention from my husband, he would always just turn to me. Then the next day we got him neutered, and he turned back to his regular old self!!

Labradors are happy and healthy compainions, so I hope that you to have another 12 years together.
Most labs live to become around 15 years old!

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Answer 2

1. Neuter the dog. Don't wince or cry or think about it, just do it. 2. Pick up and teach your children to pick up. And if you can't supervise the dog 100% put him in a crate. Anything he gets and chews is YOUR fault. He doesn't know the difference between HIS toy and the kids toys. Make sure he has PLENTY of his own things, and when you do catch him in the act, exchange the item for a good toy. 3. If the dog cannot be trusted off lead, it is your responsibility to NOT LET HIM OFF LEAD. I don't care if he's a nice dog or not, if he's not trained, he has no business off lead. You either train him or you keep him on lead. Period. 4. If he jumps the fence, you will need to put him on a tie out until you have him trained. This dog cannot be off lead. 5. When you are having company, put the dog away in a crate. If you have unexpected guests, put the dog on a leash and hold him at your side while you answer the door. Labs are actually not the fun-loving calm family dogs people think they are. They are hard work and high maintenance. They require constant training and reinforcement of those commands their entire life. A well trained puppy will become a well trained dog. You are now 6 months behind in training because you adopted a dog with no manners and training. It's nice you adopted but this is a trouble-child that needs help. But also be aware that nuetering will not change any of this behavior in major ways. It may calm him down a bit, but bad behavior is bad behavior, testicles or not. It may help him listen to you better, which will make him seem more calm.

Answer 3

Labs are funny dogs just like humans they go through phases. (Some say thats not so but I see it all the time in labs) Sometimes they do only want their oun space. especially if there are kids around. It is possible she may be going into heat. Some girls get really friendly othes just wnat to be left alone. Check her to see if she is bleeding thatll rule out heat. Pregnant, usually they dont withdraw during pregnancy. Try coaxing her over for a play with a pull toy or a ball. You may have to increase your interest level in her to get a higher level from her.

Answer 4

A lot of Labs reach maturity at 3 years, females sometimes tend to be more stand-off-ish. All dogs go through stages in there lives as people do, we just have to love them just the same and go on. You are getting chastised for not having your dog spayed, although it's expensive, having pups will cost you quite a bit more
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Take her to the Vet to confirm your suspicions.

They may also be able to set up a monthly payment plan if that would help you.

Lab owner

Answer 5

She's probably mad at you for not spaying her. Please, please, please
spay your dog! Work for just one day at an animal refuge or the RSPCA
-- particularly on the weekly euthanasia day -- and you'll soon
understand the desperate need for all non-breeding animals to be
neutered. Yes, I am sure you look after your dog diligently but you
won't be able to guarantee the quality of the owners of her puppies
once they (hopefully) find homes .. and their puppies ... and their
puppies. You can stop that cycle.

Talk to anyone who works *more* than one day at such a place and
you'll quickly understand their impatience and frustration at pet
owners who do not comprehend the urgent need for all pet owners to
spay/neuter their cats and dogs.

Personally, I've never had the *luxury* of choosing a dog or cat based
on my preference for breed, gender,etc. That's because I've always had
to rescue animals from animal refuges because they weren't wanted by
anyone else and were about to be put to sleep if I didn't take them. I
love them dearly and try to make sure that their previous experiences
of humanity are forgotten by caring for them properly -- and that
includes neutering. To be blunt, I feel slightly contemptuous of
people who do turn up with the latest 'designer breed' (teacup
chihuahuas are *so* last year, darling, but, oh dear, the pesky little
things live for 10+ years.)

I couldn't take the thousands of other animals that met that fate --
and that's only here in one little refuge in outer Melbourne. Multiply
that by every town or city in the civilised world that has animal
shelters and you might appreciate that we all must start taking this
responsiblity seriously.

Answer 6

Who knows if she is with puppies. Has she had the chance to mate? Maybe she is just taking a break. Check and see if her belly is getting big and nipples are getting larger. These are signs of being pregnant. She may just be is down in the dumps. Try playing with her and see if that helps. It may be time for a ride in the car. My lab loved her rides and a romp in the park. Hope she feels better soon.

Answer 7

I hope you take enough care with your dog that you'd know if she were pregnant or not. Please get your dog spayed asap. Any dog, whether speutered or not, can be taught that it's a lot of fun to interact with their human friends - learning about how dogs learn and then teaching your dog simple tricks (hit my foot with your paw, spin, bark on cue, etc) are great for this. Remember to reward your dog with great treats (for a lab, I'd imagine that any food is "Great!") and never ever punish your dog - yelling, hitting, kneeing your dog in the chest - these things teach your dog that you are no fun to hang out with.

Answer 8

Maybe she's turning into a cat!

Answer 9

well maybe shes move on not to be stuck on you so just pay attention to it still and maybe she will change

Answer 10

not unless she was on heat