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Jen Starzecki

U.S.

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returns 12/10/2013

Expertise

***PLEASE NO QUESTIONS REGARDING PROBLEM BEHAVIORS. THIS MUST BE ADDRESSED BY AN ANIMAL BEHAVIORIST. EVEN IF YOU HAVE A LAB, BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY A PROFESSIONAL*** I'm happy to answer questions about the Labrador Retriever breed and about temperament, basic information about field lines versus show lines, training your Lab, grooming your Lab, and what it's like to live with a dog breed that's smart and versatile, but isn't for everyone. I can answer questions about conformation, showing, and breeding for the betterment of the Labrador Retriever.

Experience in the area

Trainer, handler, and owner of Labrador Retrievers.

Organizations

I belong to several Labrador Retriever clubs including the Parent Club. I also belong to several local kennel clubs.

Education/Credentials

Masters Degree, Graduate of several training and handling programs.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Ricky Smith	04/01/12	10	10	10	Thanks for the info.
Eva	03/18/12	10	2	7	Thank You. I learned something very important .....
swati	03/07/12	8	10	9	thanks for the response!
sai	03/02/12	10	10	10	ok...thnx 4 da help..!! :)
ricky	02/16/12	10	9	7	thank you sir

Recent Answers from Jen Starzecki

2012-04-29 Re: Breeding:

They should but they don't have to. Unfortunately it is not recommended for older bitches. If she were 2 or 3, a back to back litter might be OK, but the older the bitch the more can go wrong. I wouldn't

2012-03-30 Tank our Black Lab:

Sure, it's possible the dog is older. Unless the shelter was specifically told by the old owners, there is no way to know the age. Gray hair? I've seen it on dogs as young as 2 years old. Just like

2011-12-12 My 7-yr-old Black Lab is breaking my heart:

Still would need an ortho vet to diagnose the front leg, but most likely it is a form of elbow dysplasia. since the dog is a senior, its probably more a form of osteoarthritis vs. One of the forms that

2011-12-11 Chocolate lab 14years:

Only you can tell if your dog is ready...if she has lost her normal quality of life and doesn't have that spark anymore, it might be time. You may want to check with the vet to see if there is any medication

2011-12-06 My 7-yr-old Black Lab is breaking my heart:

Thanks for taking the time to write so much about your lab. It's hard to know what's wrong but I can tell you what I would do, even though you have seen the vet already. I would make sure the dog has

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