#36 - Tails of Bailey - Training, Allergies, Food and Enrichment

In this episode of The Labrador Podcast, Vikki is joined by Katie, who shares the delightful story of her life with Bailey, a three-year-old Fox Red Labrador. Katie fondly recalls Bailey's journey from a rural farm to adapting seamlessly to city life and finally returning to her beloved countryside. She highlights Bailey's innate love for the outdoors, revelling in activities like swimming, running and enjoying the open spaces. Reflecting on Bailey's upbringing, Katie tells us how Bailey has been a wonderful addition to her life. She outlines Bailey's training regime, integrating daily heel walking exercises, mealtime training, and engaging weekend activities like agility, gundog skills, and scent work. The episode delves into the challenges Bailey faced, particularly her struggle with allergies. Katie describes the symptoms that led to a diagnosis of SLO, an auto-immune condition, and the subsequent journey to manage it Katie also touches on common misconceptions about Labrador care, emphasizing the need for a balance between physical exercise and mental stimulation. She shares creative ways of indoor enrichment to keep Bailey engaged and mentally stimulated. This episode not only highlights the joy and companionship Labradors bring into our lives but also the dedication and understanding required to nurture their well-being. Remember to check out Baileys account on Instagram HERE In this episode, Katie mentions two brands that she uses and likes. They are ButternutBox food and Tug-e-nuff toys. Take a look below to nab a cheeky discount from both brands ButternutBox - 75% OFF Box 1 and 25% OFF Box 2 by clicking this link Tug-e-nuff - 10% off purchases at checkout using this link