ONE OF THE UNEXPECTED PLEASURES you'll encounter with your Lab is the great feeling of accomplishment you receive from training your otter-tailed bundle of fun. A good dog trainer is one of the best partners you can have in raising your Lab. Especially if you are new to dogs in general, a trainer can help you understand what's normal and what's not, what behavior to expect at different stages of your Lab's life, and how to teach your Lab manners, tricks, and various dog sports.