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Welcome to The Labrador Lowdown!

A thoughtful and educational discussion on this versatile breed.

Since 1990, the Labrador Retriever has been the most popular dog in the US per American Kennel Club registrations and a top breed the world over.

Join us on our journey as we discover the past, present, and future of this remarkable breed and it’s place in our lives.

Recent Posts

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Labrador Lowdown Review:               Dog Gone Smart Dirty Dog Doormat
Gretchen Keim Gretchen Keim

Labrador Lowdown Review: Dog Gone Smart Dirty Dog Doormat

When we moved into our new house in 2019, I faced a predicament I hadn't experienced with the same magnitude in my previous dwellings.

Dirt. Mud. Water.

Everyone tracked it in the house. The husband. The dogs. Me. It was unavoidable.

And I was losing my damn mind.

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Careful! Or you’ll end up in my novel. Or Blog Post.
Gretchen Keim Gretchen Keim

Careful! Or you’ll end up in my novel. Or Blog Post.

If you are a writer, I am sure inspiration striking you out of the blue is not a foreign concept. It probably happens with most people in some fashion or another, even if writing isn’t your medium of expression.

I had such an event happen recently. And in my fury, I decided that this could be a great blog post with a lesson to be learned.

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A Perspective on Life with Labradors
Gretchen Keim Gretchen Keim

A Perspective on Life with Labradors

I am pretty devoted to my Labradors and dogs in general. It's not just a hobby; it's a passion, a lifestyle. It's a part of what makes me, me. I don't drive a minivan because they are cool, I drive one for the dog's comfort and safety!

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