Golden Retrievers are hands down the best dogs....at least for me. But raising one is
not simple as it seems. With lots of love, comes lots of responsibilities. I still remember
the day I got my Golden Retriever, I was completely ill prepared and had no idea what I was getting
into. So I decided to make this video about 9 things you must know before getting a Golden
Retriever.
The first thing is to get your puppy from a reputed breeder.
Now I know how excited you must be to welcome the pup as soon as possible. But hold on there….take
some time finding a reputable dog breeder who breeds based on health as well as temperament
of the dogs. Also make sure the breeder can provide you proof of the health tests of both,
puppy as well as the parent. Breeders often label their puppies as Champion’s breed
and ask for more money. Well, 99% of them are lying. So do not fall for that unless
the breeder can provide the proof of their lineage.
Number 2, Golden Retriever puppies are Hyperactive Don’t expect your puppy to curl up in your
lap and cuddle you all day long. Golden Retrievers can be crazy energetic in their puppyhood.
You cannot just leave them on their own or else you will end up with a destroyed couch
or a chewed up furniture. Thank god they sleep most of the time, but when they are awake
they will demand your full attention.
Number 3. Golden Retriever puppies Bite We all have heard how gentle and friendly
golden retrievers are... which is 100% true. But during their puppyhood, be ready to get
some bite marks on your hand. Not just goldies but all puppies bite….In Fact, not just
puppies but human babies bite too. Here’s a video of how you can stop your pup from
biting.
Number 4. They need daily exercise Golden retrievers are an energetic breed and
they need daily exercise, especially in their puppyhood. These pups are hyperactive... and
you will need to devote your time and energy to release all their energy...EVERYDAY.
Number 5: They need people Golden Retrievers don’t do well when left
alone. They need their human companions around them all the time. You cannot leave them alone
in the house, they will get anxious. Separation anxiety is a common problem in friendly dog
breeds like Golden Retrievers and Beagles.
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Number 6: They shed A LOT. You will never NOT find golden hair in your
house. They have an unlimited supply of fur. And once or twice a year, they will shed even
more.
Number 7: They are high maintenance. Their gorgeous golden fur requires a lot of
maintenance. You need to brush their coat every week, shampoo and conditioner it. Apart
from that, you also need to give them healthy food supplements to keep their coat shining.
All this requires time, effort and money.
Number 8. The first year is the Toughest. You will need to spend a lot of time training
them...teaching them commands, play with them, give them a lot of attention. There will be
accidents every now and then too. I don’t want to discourage you. But this is the truth.
However, things will get better as your goldie grows up. He will start becoming more independent
and calm once he is one year old.
Number 9, Golden Retriever Puppies grow FAST. Your cute little puppy will become a giant
before you realize it. Golden Retrievers can complete around 90% of their growth before
even turning 1. So have as much fun as possible when they are still little monsters.
Before getting this breed make sure to spend some time researching them. You can watch
my videos to get better understanding of Golden Retrievers. Make sure to like this video and
subscribe to our channel. See you soon....