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A yellow Labrador Retriever holds a torn brown slipper in its mouth, its stuffing hanging out, in a sunny living room. 22 / 34

One Brown Slipper Is Missing Its Toe, Its Lining, and Most of Its Dignity

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One brown slipper is missing its toe, its lining, and most of its dignity, and it is currently clamped in the jaws of a yellow Labrador Retriever. Frayed edges and chunks of stuffing dangle from the ruined shoe while the Lab looks off to the side with soft, droopy eyes and ears pulled slightly back. It is the classic look of a dog who knows he has been caught but is not ready to let go just yet. Sunlight pours across the wooden floor, where a grey rug, a basket of laundry, and a comfy sofa with a green throw fill the background.

Labradors are known for staying playful and puppyish for a long time, and many do not settle into calmer adult behavior until they are two or three years old. That long adolescence often comes with a big appetite for chewing. Owners can help by making the right choice the easy choice: keep slippers and shoes put away, offer plenty of sturdy chew toys, and praise the dog the moment it picks up something acceptable. Labs are also famously food-motivated and can gain weight easily, so using part of their daily kibble as training rewards keeps them motivated without overdoing treats. Your vet can help you track a healthy body weight.

In time, this Lab will likely grow out of his slipper phase. Until then, it may be wise to invest in a sturdy pair of shoes that stay on a high shelf.

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