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If you are looking for a friendly, loyal companion
that will be comfortable in your home, the Golden
Retriever may be just the dog for you. Keep in mind
that this is just a part of what the Golden
Retriever has to offer a family that provides the
and attention it deserves. This breed will also be
fun for everyone as it enjoys outdoor activity such
as running, playing and hunting.
As with any purebred dog, the key to having a
successful and enjoyable relationship with your
Golden Retriever starts with the breeder. We
recommend always visiting at least three top-quality
breeders and asking as many questions as you can so
you are comfortable with the amount of information
they provide. Before you go to the breeders, is may
be best to read as much as you can about the Golden
Retriever and any medical conditions the breed may
have problems with. All reputable breeders should be
open to questions while also interested in learning
more about you and the home environment you would
offer the dog.
You could buy from a retail store or an individual
who has Golden Retriever pups but if you do this,
you may not get all the information about the
puppy’s background and family history that you get
from a reputable breeder. One important point to
keep in mind is that puppies should appear bright,
energetic, and alert, even around you as you visit.
Take your time when visiting breeders, asking to see
both parents of the puppy, if possible, as well as
documentation pertaining to health situations and
bloodlines. It may also be best not to choose the
first puppy that you are attracted to, even if it is
“the cutest”. The reason is that you could end up
leaving behind a perfectly fine puppy that is a
little bit less forward and calmer, making it the
true “ideal” choice.
One of the things that all good breeders should do,
and will do, is take the time necessary to make sure
their young dogs are properly socialized, to the
point that they are comfortable with other dogs and
with people, especially children. You should look
closely at the living conditions of the dogs,
watching how the breeder interacts with the dogs. In
fact, it might be best to visit a breeder more than
once, making sure cages are clean, and the dogs have
plenty of fresh water and quality food at all times.
It is sometimes difficult to consider that you may
lose your chosen puppy early in its life, but you
should be prepared to ask the breeder about this
situation. If the puppy develops a serious health
problem, what guarantees will you have? If the dog
should die within a specific period, will you get a
replacement puppy or get your money back? These
details should be included in a written contract
with the breeder. You should never be afraid to ask
about these situations.
Golden Retrievers generally do well with other dogs
and with people, because they are not a naturally
aggressive dog. If you are thinking about purchasing
a Golden Retriever, keep in mind that you are not
only getting an excellent family companion that will
love being around you and other people, but you are
also choosing a sturdy, outdoor-loving animal that
will need exercise and running time to be completely
happy.
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