Going to welcome a Golden Retriever into your life?
Here is a thread about 10 things to watch out for.
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1. Goldens have a “soft mouth” which means when they retrieve things they generally don’t destroy it. HOWEVER as puppies they will CHEW everything.
2. Goldens have a ton of energy and are up for adventures multiple times a day. They LOVE runs, walks, and hikes.
That energy means they have constant BEAKERING until they turn three or four. (And maybe later!)
3. Goldens were bred to swim and retrieve birds shot down over water. They have webbed feet and will attempt to get in anything wet.
For safety, tie them to your water craft so they don’t go rogue.
4. Goldens are CUDDLE monsters. This means they will cuddle with anyone, and everyone. Not everyone wants a wet dog trying to sit on their head. If you don’t have a problem with this, you are golden.
5. Like most dogs, Goldens will steal a piece of your heart. You have to be prepared for this.
6. Goldens are rarely serious. They can be trained, of course, to be wonderful guide dogs, service dogs, and therapy dogs, BUT they need time to be goofy. If you want a serious dog, do not get a Golden.
7. Golden shed. You’d think that a bit fuzzy dog like Bunsen would shed more than a smaller dog like Beaker. False.
Goldens shed. You may have to vacuum or sweep multiple times a week.
8. Goldens are hunters. They may look adorable and cute (they are) but depending on their line, they may have a very strong prey drive. You will have to work on this constantly, and don’t be surprised if your golden gets a critter or two or pulls you across a field after one.
9. Goldens make good scientists.
10. Goldens LOVE food and LOVE making their humans happy. This means they are highly trainable BUT be careful about feeding your golden too much. It’s easy for them to get chubby, and that’s not great for their health or joints.
Add your own Golden stats to thus thread!

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