| Golden Retriever puppies adoption is not to be taken | | | | dogs to the blind and disabled individuals. |
| lightly, it is a 'lifetime' commitment and requires | | | | Health Care |
| responsible care of the dog. But before adopting a | | | | These highly intelligent and social dogs have a history |
| puppy, you should carefully look at the drawbacks | | | | that traces back to the late 1800s. They were initially |
| and positive sides of owning a dog of this breed. | | | | bred to be hunters and retrievers. But they also have |
| Firstly, you must be aware of the dog's traits and | | | | a long line of genetic diseases. |
| characteristics. You also need to understand some of | | | | Recent studies reveal that cancer has rapidly |
| the basic things about them such as their | | | | becoming the most prevalent cause of death for |
| temperament, health care needs, grooming, life | | | | Retrievers- cancer of the blood and lymphatic |
| expectancy and exercise needs. | | | | system. Hip dysplasia, a common joint problem for |
| Here is some helpful and basic information about | | | | Retrievers, takes the second spot. Furthermore, |
| Golden Retrievers: | | | | because of being very active, it is very likely they will |
| Temperament | | | | need future vet visits for treating injuries and deep |
| As they are outgoing and sociable in nature, | | | | wounds. |
| Retrievers make a loyal family dog. They are patient | | | | When thinking of Golden Retriever adoption it is |
| and protective with children and generally tolerant | | | | important to think about the necessary health care |
| with other pets as well. It is also important to note | | | | that will be needed. They may require extra visits to |
| that these dogs are highly active, therefore requiring | | | | the vet for full check ups and vaccinations. It is also |
| frequent or daily walks and activities. Because they | | | | important that you find a trustworthy vet in your |
| are so hyperactive, they can be prone to injuries. | | | | area. |
| These dogs are famous for being people lovers. | | | | Grooming |
| However, when left alone most of the time, they | | | | Brushing the double coat of a Golden Retriever on a |
| develop separation anxiety and depression. Worse | | | | daily basis is important. Dogs of this breed shed |
| even, they tend to become destructive and | | | | frequently, especially during spring time. Trimming can |
| troublesome. One way to nurture dogs of this breed | | | | be done at least once or twice a month. Older dogs |
| is constant companionship. They may sometimes | | | | don't need to be groomed as often. |
| bark at strangers, but they are also eager to meet | | | | Not only the hair, but the nails should be trimmed on |
| new people. This is why they are not good guard | | | | a regular basis too. Long nails can be very |
| dogs. Sometimes their bark is a form of welcoming | | | | uncomfortable for the dog. And if the dog |
| rather than aggression. | | | | accidentally jumps on someone, it could really be |
| Golden Retrievers' high level of intelligence enables | | | | painful for that person. In addition, regular nail care |
| them to do extremely well in obedience training. | | | | can prevent potential issues with their feet. |
| They are often taught, trained and used as service | | | | |