The Golden Retriever is
happy, beautiful, strong and friendly. It will be hard to find a more
loyal dog to you and your family. The Golden Retriever is excellent
with children and is normally good with other animals in the house.
Your Golden will love to be with you on every outdoor adventure, and will
relish the chance to swim and fetch for you.
Be careful not to feed your
Golden Retriever too much and exercise him too little - this breed can put
on weight easily. You can keep your Golden Retriever healthy
and happy by training him and playing with him daily. This is an
intelligent dog who does well in agility, hunting, narcotics detection and
more. You can't throw the ball enough for this dog, and he will never
tire of being with you and playing with you.
This breed is not for you if
you live in a small apartment with no place to run. The Golden Retriever thrives in
the outdoors with lots of places to romp.
We received the following addition to our description of Golden
Retrievers from one of our readers who owns these friendly dogs:
"You might want to mention that Goldens love surprises like
new toys, and their memory is superior in that they seem to remember where
they left their favorite ball or toy. They also like to play hide and seek,
and love the praise given them when they find you. A simple athletic sock
tied in a knot can keep the GR and you busy for hours. Brushing their teeth
once a week helps keep their gums and teeth in great shape. Goldens love to
chew on sticks so let them enjoy them. Above all else, show them the love
that they give so willingly. Goldens do not hold grudges and seem to
remember only the last treat that you gave them."
Training
The
Golden Retriever is extremely intelligent and easy to train.
The Golden is a clean dog and is easy to housetrain as well.
Exercise
The Golden Retriever requires
daily exercise in a nice sized yard or field. Your Golden will
not be happy left inside all day with no place to run and vent off
energy.
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Grooming
This breed has a
moderate coat and should be brushed at least weekly. The Golden Retriever sheds a
great deal. If you don't want dog hair on your couches,
clothes and car seats, this breed is not for you. Always check
under the ears and coat for ticks.
Health
The Golden Retriever is prone
to hip dysplasia, skin allergies and
congenital eye defects.
