Why OFA Certification Is So Important for Your Golden Retriever

Genetics play a big role in the health and development of Golden Retrievers. As such, it’s important to ensure that your dog is not susceptible to any diseases or future health problems. That’s why many Golden Retriever breeders perform genetic testing to give future dog parents that peace of mind. Nevertheless, not all genetic testing… Read more »

How to Socialize Your Golden Retriever

Golden Retrievers are social dogs, but they still need to be properly socialized like other dogs. Here, we describe the steps you should take to help socialize your Golden Retriever puppy: Determine your Golden Retriever’s threshold Golden Retrievers have a threshold, for when things get too much for them. When they reach their threshold, they… Read more »

Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Your Golden Retriever

In our last blog post, we discussed ways you can keep your Golden Retriever safe during Halloween. Now, the next holiday to arrive is Thanksgiving. While your Goldie won’t be wearing a costume anymore, they will be tempted by all the food you will be enjoying. There’s nothing saying that your Golden Retriever can’t join… Read more »

Dos and Don’ts of Halloween Costumes for Your Golden Retriever

Halloween is just around the corner, and many Golden Retriever owners look forward to dressing up their dogs in adorable costumes. However, not all Halloween costumes are created equal. Some can be uncomfortable, even dangerous, for your Golden Retriever to wear. That’s why we’ve compiled these dos and don’ts so you can pick the right… Read more »

Fall Safety Tips for Your Golden Retriever

Fall is a beautiful season, full of colors, earthy smells, and mouth-watering foods. Whether it’s going out for walks or enjoying a pumpkin path, it’s no wonder why you want to enjoy the fall season with your Golden Retriever. But be aware—the fall season also poses some risks to our four-legged friends. Keep them away… Read more »

Swimming Safety Tips for Your Golden Retriever

Golden Retrievers love the water. If you own a Golden Retriever, chances are you’ve seen it rush to a pool before you can even do anything about it. While this is great when they are older and know how to swim, it can be dangerous when they’re younger. That’s why it’s best to teach them… Read more »

The Best Exercises for Golden Retrievers

Golden Retrievers are intelligent, active dogs. As such, they’ll need frequent exercise that works out both their body and their mind. Here, we list out some of the best exercises for your Golden Retriever to keep them happy and healthy. Running and/or Walking Exercise doesn’t have to be complicated. A simple run or walk around… Read more »

How to Groom Your Golden Retriever

Golden Retrievers are known for their beautiful coats. However, their coats don’t stay beautiful all on their own. Your Golden Retriever will need proper care and attention if you want their coat to stay sleek and shiny. Here’s how to get started: Pay attention to how much they’re shedding Golden Retrievers have thick, water-repellant double… Read more »

Top 3 Tips for Training Golden Retriever Puppies

Whether you’ve adopted a Golden Retriever puppy to be a service dog or a lovable companion, you will still need to properly train them. Golden Retrievers are extremely intelligent, so they’re easy to train. However, there are some requirements when training one. Here, we go through our top three tips for training Golden Retriever puppies…. Read more »

Why Golden Retrievers Make Good Service Dogs

Service dogs are important companions for adults and children with special needs. Many breeds are well-suited for the rule of service dog, but few top it like the Golden Retriever. Golden Retrievers are a popular breed for service dogs, and for good reason! Loyal, intelligent, and patient, they have all the characteristics necessary for being… Read more »

4 Facts That You Need to Know About Golden Retrievers

Golden retrievers make excellent additions to your family. They are great with children, and they enjoy living an active, busy lifestyle. Plus, they are easy to train! Gold Retrievers are popular family dogs, but there is so much more to them that people don’t know when they first start researching their breed.  Here are some… Read more »

Best Tips for New Puppy Parents

There is no better feeling than adding a new furry member to your family. Adding a puppy to your family is a big responsibility, especially if you’re a first-time parent. As a family, it’s common to face a few challenges as you adjust to your new lifestyle. To help make your transition smooth and keep… Read more »

Why Do Golden Retrievers Make Great Pets?

Dogs make wonderful family pets. One of the most popular dog breeds that families tend to look into are golden retrievers. There are countless reasons as to why golden retrievers make the best addition to your family. Here are the reasons golden retrievers make great family pets.  Golden Retrievers are Gentle Dogs  Although still a… Read more »