Your dog's health is of the utmost importance to us.   Nothing can take the place of a trip to your veterinarian, but here are some links for helpful information: AKC Canine Health Foundation National Animal Poison Control Center ChromaGene (TM) from VetGen (TM) Chart helps determine the coat color variations in labs Orthopedic Foundation for Animals Inc. Established in 1966 to assist breeders with information on hip dysplasia.  Searchable database by breed.  Now offers additional databases on other genetic diseases. labrador-resources.com A great site of everything labrador! lab-rescue.com Veterinarians on the web: veternet.com avma.org netvet.wustl.edu vetinfo.com Pet Loss We know from experience this can be a traumatic time for everyone in the family.  Here are websites which may be of some help: petloss.com superdog.com/petloss/bridge.htm nepanetwork.com/pets.htm