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Golden Retriever
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Golden Retrievers are friendly, alert dogs that aim to please. They are happy to love and be loved. A simple gesture from their owner, such as patting their head or scratching their ear, is usually enough to make them ecstatic.
They love to play and have fun.
History of the Breed
The Golden Retriever was bred in Britain as the perfect bird dog, particularly water fowl. This hardy, strong swimming breed is believed to be a result of crossing spaniels, setters, Newfoundland, and possibly even a Bloodhound.
When registered by the Kennel Club of England in 1903, they were identified as golden flat coats. Golden Retrievers have a keen sense of smell, which makes them useful for tracking, drug detection and hunting.
The Golden’s outer coat is water-repellent and they have a thick undercoat. Their brown eyes are expressive and gentle. Their nose is black (sometimes fading to pink in the winter,although some dogs' noses stay pink all year round), their long tail is never curled, and their ears dangle like pendants.
Grooming is important for this breed because of their long hair. Unless combed properly and regularly, their hair gets tangled and knotted. Regular brushing and shampoo baths will help prevent excessive shedding. The grooming routine should also include:
Being sporty by nature, Golden Retrievers need plenty of exercise. They are fond of retrieving games, so a great way to make them run is to throw a ball for them to fetch. They also love to swim, so getting your dog into the water is a great way to give
him some high-intensity exercise. They are ideal companions to take on hikes, treks, and jogging trips.
Cheerful and steady-tempered, Golden Retrievers were bred to work closely with hunters in the field,making them great companions. Their desire for human interaction is strong, whether it is with adults or children. Pack animals by nature, they get a sense of security being around their people.
Don’t opt for a Golden Retriever if you can’t offer it a place in your home. Left alone, outside, or in a yard, your pet will become unhappy. A perfect companion for all family activities, this breed is best suited for loving homes where it is treated like a member of the family.
Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, eye disease (namely CPRA), entropion, ectropion, hypothyroidism, epilepsy, SAS, and cancer (mostly Lymphoma and Hemangiosarcoma).
Golden Retrievers belong to the AKC Sporting group of naturally active, well-rounded, and alert dogs that are known for the instincts in water and woods. Members of this group include pointers, retrievers, setters, and spaniels.
The average life span of this breed is ten to sixteen years.
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Golden Retrievers are friendly, alert dogs that aim to please. They are happy to love and be loved. A simple gesture from their owner, such as patting their head or scratching their ear, is usually enough to make them ecstatic.They love to play and have fun.
History of the Breed
The Golden Retriever was bred in Britain as the perfect bird dog, particularly water fowl. This hardy, strong swimming breed is believed to be a result of crossing spaniels, setters, Newfoundland, and possibly even a Bloodhound.
When registered by the Kennel Club of England in 1903, they were identified as golden flat coats. Golden Retrievers have a keen sense of smell, which makes them useful for tracking, drug detection and hunting.
Physical Description
"Beautiful" is one word that comes to mind while looking at this breed. Covered in shades of gold, this breed has a medium-length coat. A sturdy build, muscular thighs and legs, a broad head and chest, and a strong jaw line add to their attractiveness. They weigh anything between 55 to 75 pounds and are twenty to twenty-four inches high.
The Golden’s outer coat is water-repellent and they have a thick undercoat. Their brown eyes are expressive and gentle. Their nose is black (sometimes fading to pink in the winter,although some dogs' noses stay pink all year round), their long tail is never curled, and their ears dangle like pendants.
Grooming and Exercise Needs
Grooming is important for this breed because of their long hair. Unless combed properly and regularly, their hair gets tangled and knotted. Regular brushing and shampoo baths will help prevent excessive shedding. The grooming routine should also include:
- Checking ears for infection
- Trimming nails
- Checking the body for ticks, fleas, and skin problems.
Being sporty by nature, Golden Retrievers need plenty of exercise. They are fond of retrieving games, so a great way to make them run is to throw a ball for them to fetch. They also love to swim, so getting your dog into the water is a great way to give
him some high-intensity exercise. They are ideal companions to take on hikes, treks, and jogging trips.Temperament
Cheerful and steady-tempered, Golden Retrievers were bred to work closely with hunters in the field,making them great companions. Their desire for human interaction is strong, whether it is with adults or children. Pack animals by nature, they get a sense of security being around their people.
Don’t opt for a Golden Retriever if you can’t offer it a place in your home. Left alone, outside, or in a yard, your pet will become unhappy. A perfect companion for all family activities, this breed is best suited for loving homes where it is treated like a member of the family.
Potential Health Problems
Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, eye disease (namely CPRA), entropion, ectropion, hypothyroidism, epilepsy, SAS, and cancer (mostly Lymphoma and Hemangiosarcoma).American Kennel Club Category
Golden Retrievers belong to the AKC Sporting group of naturally active, well-rounded, and alert dogs that are known for the instincts in water and woods. Members of this group include pointers, retrievers, setters, and spaniels.
Life Expectancy
The average life span of this breed is ten to sixteen years.
Links
- Golden Retriever Online Community - DogBreed.org
- See thousands of Golden Retriever images on Google
- Check out the largest site in the world on Goldens
- GoldenRetriever-Dog.com
- Golden Retrievers, History and care guide
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| KARATEDAD | CANCER IN GOLDENS (page: 1 2 3 4 5) | 93 | May 1 2008, 12:35 PM EDT by bearmyheartofgold | |
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WE HAD TO PUT OUR GOLDEN DOWN YESTERDAY 3/29/07 DUE TO CANCER OF THE SPLEEN. IT WENT SO FAST!! HE WAS SO HEALTHY A MONTH AGO AND THEN SUDDENLY WAS HIT WITH CANCER. HE WOULD HAVE BEEN 7 IN JULY. WE ARE SO VERY VERY DEVESTATED. HE WAS SUCH A LOVING AND WONDERFUL BOY. HE WAS TRULY OUR BEST FRIEND. HE SHOWED UNCONDITIONAL LOVE CLEAR TO THE END. PLEASE IF THERE IS ANYONE OUT THERE THAT HAS INFORMATION ON GOLDEN WITH CANCER, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
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| happyboy12 | Cody diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma | 0 | Apr 12 2008, 11:46 PM EDT by happyboy12 | |
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My Cody will be 13 on May 15, 2008. June 2006 he was diagnosed with low grade lymphoma and we have been successfully treating it since. The about two weeks ago he was feeling poor and we could not figure it out. We took several x rays and finally found that he had a blockage in the intestines. He is almost 13 and I chose to have surgery to make him feel better. The Doctor found a chew toy. They just never grow up. Always a clown. Anyway when the Doctor was in his tummy he found a growth that was nasty looking so he took it out and that is how we found out about the hemangiosarcoma. I am just devasted. He has done so well, even with his really bad hips. NOw the vet says he only has about two months unless we do chemo then he will have between 6 and 9 months. I just do not know what to do. I do not want him sick from chemo, but the thought of him only being here only two months is heartbreaking.
We also lost our beloved Black Lab suddenly in January from spinal cancer. Why so much cancer? Thanks for listening, Karen and Cody |
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| Teeny^_^ | Hi I love Golden Retrievers!!!!!!!!!!! | 1 | Jun 11 2007, 1:42 AM EDT by DoggyGal | |
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Hi ive got a golden retriever and her name is Lucy.
Shes so smart and playfull I just love her If u want to know more about her go to my website: www.crackerjacker.wetpaint.com thanks :P |
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| Ndomei | Hip xrays | 2 | Apr 24 2007, 4:14 PM EDT by Ndomei | |
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My vet said we should have our 7 1/2 mnth old hips xrayd before we breed him. Is this really necessary?
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| Narutoguy88 | My Dog | 0 | Apr 9 2007, 9:39 PM EDT by Narutoguy88 | |
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Hi My Dog's name is Ginger she is 5 yrs old and is doing very vell. I don't wan't my dog to die only at age 16! is there anyway to increase her life expectancy? Please e-mail me at rmasco96@optonline.net
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