Labrador Retriever Training

Do you have a Labrador Retriever that needs some training help? Natalie from Crazy Kind Calm dog training can help!

With over 900 dogs trained across the Macedon Ranges, Natalie understands the unique personality and needs that come with this wonderful breed.

Labrador Retrievers are friendly, outgoing dogs originally bred for retrieving game. They're known for their enthusiasm, love of food, and genuinely happy disposition — but that exuberance can sometimes get them (and their owners) into trouble.

Common Labrador Retriever traits and training needs

• Mouthy as puppies and adolescents — loves to chew, carry, and grab things
• Strong food drive that can lead to counter-surfing and scavenging
• Pulls on the lead due to sheer enthusiasm and strength
• Overly friendly greetings — jumping up on people and other dogs
• Slow to mature mentally, often acting like a puppy well into their second year
• Can be easily distracted outdoors by scents, birds, and water

Labrador owners know the joy of a dog that's genuinely thrilled to see everyone and everything. But that same enthusiasm can mean a dog that drags you down the street, steals food off the bench, and bowls over visitors at the front door. If your Lab's zest for life is a bit overwhelming, that's completely normal for the breed — and it's something that responds really well to the right training approach.