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And what can you do to take their mind off food for a few minutes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, there\u2019s actually a logical answer to the first question. It\u2019s fondly referred to as the \u2018greedy gene\u2019. And when it comes to the second, I\u2019m going to explain why I think Bonnie\u2019s food motivation is one of her best attributes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll also look at a few issues that can arise with greedy dogs, and what you can do to avoid or resolve them. Issues such as<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eating too fast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eating too much<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Begging for food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Getting overweight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Greedy Gene<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2016 a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4873617\/\">team of scientists in Cambridge UK<\/a> revealed that they had discovered a mutation in a gene. And that this gene was associated with Labradors that had an increased appetite, increased body fat, and higher body weight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LINK <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The gene was also found in some Flat Coated Retrievers, a breed that\u2019s quite closely related to Labs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all Labs have this gene. And it\u2019s more common in Labs that are bred for assistance work. But if you think your dog is obsessed with food and always hungry, this gene might well be the reason.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fast\"><strong>Eating Too Fast<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dogs with a very high motivation for food are inclined to eat very fast. There are a couple of problems associated with this. One is that the dog gets very little enjoyment from their food because its over so quickly. The other is that rapid eating has in some studies been linked to bloat. You can read more about this, in this article about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/greedy-labrador-how-to-slow-down-your-dogs-eating-speed\/\">ways to slow down your dog\u2019s eating speed&nbsp;<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Begging For Food<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a large dog staring at their plate for the duration of their meal is not to everyone\u2019s liking. Especially when long strands of glistening drool start to dangle from the corners of said dog\u2019s mouth, and make their way towards the floor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately begging is fixable and you can train your dog not to beg by putting a bed or basket near your table and throwing treats in there while you eat. Over time you can reduce the number of treats, and move the basket further from the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same applies to dogs that try to \u2018help\u2019 while you are loading the dishwasher.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eating Too Much<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are worried that your dog is eating too much, then they probably are.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And when you have a dog like a Labrador that is so food motivated, it\u2019s really important that you step in and decide how much they should eat. Rather than relying on your dog\u2019s appetite in any way at all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll talk about that in a bit more detail, but first here\u2019s why it matters so much<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Obesity In Labradors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Obesity is a major health issue in dogs and especially in large dogs like Labs that are prone to joint problems as they age.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Labradors are overweight, and that greedy gene does have a part to play. But its only one of two factors that make Labradors fat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To become overweight a dog needs both a big appetite, and access to food. And you have control over your dog\u2019s access to food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Managing Your Dog\u2019s Food Intake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, our dog\u2019s can be prevented from accessing food and obesity can be reversed in your dog quite quickly. It\u2019s all about managing your dog\u2019s food intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I usually recommend reducing your dog\u2019s food intake by a third for a few days, and then reassess their body condition. And you can find out exactly how to do that in this article about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelabradorsite.com\/fat-labrador\/\">helping an overweight Labrador<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And now for the good part. Here\u2019s why you should embrace and welcome your dog\u2019s greedy gene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Benefits Of A Food Motivated Dog<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s probably not a coincidence that assistance dogs are more likely to have the greedy gene. These are dogs that need to be trained to a high level and have been selectively bred for their cooperative and trainable traits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most challenging dogs I have trained have been dogs with low motivation for food. You know the type. They\u2019ll eat half a bowl and then walk off and leave the rest for the cat, while remaining so skinny that all your friends think you starve them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I had an Irish Setter like this. Running was his thing. He wouldn\u2019t get out of bed for breakfast, but pull on your sneakers and reach for a leash and he was at the door ready to go.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Labradors inhabit another world. And their conviction that each meal might be their last can be turned to your advantage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Labrador is always ready to train. You don\u2019t need to wait until their last meal is a distant memory. You can train right after lunch if you want to. Maybe let their dinner go down for an hour or so, but they\u2019ll be willing to earn treats night and day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Training for a few minutes at a time, at regular intervals throughout the day is the secret to a well-behaved dog. This is far more important than people realise. 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