Latest Golden Retriever Frequently Asked Questions:
My family is looking into getting either a golden retriever or a cocker spaniel. We have 2 cats, one is inside/outside, and a 21 month old son, and another on the way, due in september. Which one would be a better "family dog" and good with cats and young kids?
Answer:Golden Retrievers are considered "Soft mouthed dogs" bred to retrieive they are more patient and are gentlier... they are fine with cats, but you also must remember a cat that isnt used to dogs will make itself into a target if it runs or hisses - any dog will be more interested in pursuing an animal that acts that way... Cockers can be moody and are NOT the dogs you see in Disney pics... with either one you MUST take the dog for Obedience lessons - dont think you can do it yourself.. you will learn WAY more than "sit" and "stay" dont get a puppy unless you are fully prepared for house training - you MUST be able to go outside with it every time.. (so you can offer an INSTANT soft treat reward when it pees/poops) with 1 young kid and another soon behind I wouldnt even consider a puppy at this time.. but its up to you.. always also remember to check your local SPCA for shelter - they may have exactly what you are looking for up for adoption.
I am getting a dog soon and I want a golden retriever but there is a dog available but is a golden retriever/shepard mix. whats the difference between a golden retriever and a golden retriever/ shepard mix?
Answer:all the answers here are pretty much correct. i have 3 golden retrievers and 2 golden retriever /german shepherd mixed. i assume you are talking about getting one from a shelter?? sometimes they will say it is a mix of shep/golden and they are not. the shelters are like anyone else, they guess at the breeds mixed in these dog. so if you are really wanting a golden i would hold out for the golden. all of my dogs are laid back except one of the mixes,he is very protective of me, so much so that i have to put him in another room if anyone comes to the door. i know that is the shepherd in him. most of the shep/retriever mixes look more shepherds than retrievers.
I just got a golden retriever puppy today and I have no clue on how to pamper it and do all those other things now that it's time to sleep... how do you get my golden retriever to sleep through the night without waking up wouldn't it be tiring??? any suggestions and P.S. i don't have a box of some sort if that was your suggestion thank you!!!!!!!!!!!for answering!!!!!!!!!!!
Answer:Tire it out during the day, like take it on a nice run, to drain that energy. Your pup would love something like that, and sleep like a baby.
My golden retriever is pretty good at retrieving objects when thrown or asked to fetch. However, since she used to play tugo of war when she was younger, whenever she retrieves, she starts tugging on the object, especting to play tug of war. How do I stop this?
Answer:Teach her the drop it/leave it command. When she brings back the object she retrieved, have her drop it and leave it so you can throw it again. Using training treats for this makes it rather easy to do. Once she brings you back the object have a treat ready and say drop it, give her the treat, if she goes to pick it up have another treat and say leave it, give the treat and pick up the toy. Doesn't take too long until they bring it back, drop it and wait for you to throw it again.
i am planning to get a puppy, and i was considering two breeds, either a golden retriever or a labrador retriever? i want an active and playful dog who will guard and defend my house from strangers. i also want a dog who doesn't leave too much hair lying around. maybe only medium hair, and that's all.
Answer:well, guard dogs aren't a good idea. get a security system. and normally I would say goldens are way better than any breed ever. I do have prejudice against labs because I have a friend that has one that is so annoying. he was raised by them from a puppy, not abused, but he is really skiddish, and hes really rough. Im not saying all are like that, but the one I know is. but since you specifically said no shedding, I would think the obvious answer would be a lab. but if you want the attitude of a golden without any shedding AT ALL (not one hair) I suggest a golden doodle. they are a golden poodle cross. but the benefits in the golden situation greatly outweigh the hair. and this is my personal opinion, but I think the golden is the most gorgeous dog on earth.
