Golden Retrievers are laid back, calm, loyal, sensitive, and collected. A Golden Retriever is truly an ideal family pet that is easy to train and will remain loyal and affectionate throughout its life. This breed is especially patient and gentle with children.
Originally bred to retrieve waterfowl, the dog is now a popular breed throughout the world, as well as in its native Britain. Golden Retrievers are also used as hunting dogs, can be used in field trials, and are now widely used as guide dogs. The breed is believed to have developed from the cross of a Flat-Coated Retriever with the now-extinct Tweed Water Spaniel.
The Retrievers breed standard recognizes two colors: cream or gold. Weight can vary from twenty-seven to thirty-six kilograms and height can vary from fifty-one to sixty-one centimeters.
When your Golden Retriever puppy arrives at your home, this little ball of fluff will need a lot of love and attention to help him adjust to his new surroundings. A crate may sound cruel, but puppies see it as a safe place to sleep. If the first night is rough, I’ve always found a hot water bottle and a low radio can help the pup adjust more easily. The warmth and low voices seem to have a calming effect.
The breeder will have told you what food to give your puppy and it is essential that you stick with this food as puppy food is developed to meet the needs of your rapidly growing dogs. Toys are a good idea for your pup, but as we all know, he would rather chew on your best shoes, so be sensible and try to keep the floor clear of chewable objects!
Training begins immediately and you will find that a Retriever puppy is a quick learner and eager to please. He will be around for a good number of years, so train him well and you will have a lovely companion who will give you total devotion.