Dust mites are microscopic, insect-like pests that generate some of the most common indoor substancesâor allergensâthat can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in many people. Hundreds of thousands of dust mites can live in the bedding, mattresses, upholstered furniture, carpets or curtains of your home.
About the aging Labrador Retriever. Since the average life span of a Labrador is 10-12 years, you must consider a 7-8 year old Labrador aged and in the later one third of his life.
It all really depends upon genetics. I think Labrador mixes tend to live longer than the purebreds- but that is just a personal observation. Eleven years old is pretty old for a Lab, be glad that you have had that much time to spend with her/him! Some Labrador Retrievers will only live to be eight, some will live to be seventeen... but the average lifespan of a healthy Lab is from ten to fourteen years of age. Keep your Lab as healthy as possible!