Golden Retriever

The Golden Retriever is the ideal family pet because of its eagerness to please. All ages of children get along well with Golden Retrievers.

This medium-large dog is content, devoted, loving, and energetic. The breed can adapt to most houses because it is clever and flexible.

For their physical well-being and to keep them from getting bored, they also require a significant amount of activity. Although important, training is not challenging.

They are motivated to learn and are capable of learning numerous new skills. To prevent mats and knots, the breed requires routine brushing.

The Golden Retriever is the ideal family pet because of its eagerness to please. All ages of children get along well with Golden Retrievers. This medium-large dog is content, devoted, loving, and energetic. The breed can adapt to most houses because it is clever and flexible.

For their physical well-being and to keep them from getting bored, they also require a significant amount of activity. Although important, training is not challenging. They are motivated to learn and are capable of learning numerous new skills. To prevent mats and knots, the breed requires routine brushing.

Breed facts

Size-4 to 7,5 kg

Temperament-calm and friendly with a playful personality

Grooming-they need to be groomed frequently due to their long, double coat that mats easily

Behavior with children-they get along very well with children and babies due to their kind, friendly, and fun personality

Health Concerns-Brachycephaly-it is a malformation of the skull due to their breeding; heart disease, eye issues (caused by eye irritations and excess discharge); hair issues (they don't have fur, they have long hair with can tangle easily); ear issues( ear infections); skin sensitivity (allergies) and they also might develop a stomach sensibility due to their selective appetite

Life expectancy-10 to 16 years (the oldest recorded Shih Tzu has lived 23 years)

Breed facts

Size

25 to 34 kg

Temperament

The breed is distinguished by its gentle, calm temperament. The Golden is eager to satisfy his owner and was developed to work with people.

Although bred with a friendly nature, the Golden must be trained and educated properly to make the best of his heritage, just like all dogs.

The Golden needs early socialization, or exposure to a variety of people, sights, sounds, and experiences when they're young, just like any other dog.

Socialization helps ensure that your Golden puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog.

Grooming

They need coat brushing 3-5 times a week, teeth brushing is recommended 2 to 3 times per week, trimming their nails every 2 to 3 weeks, bathing once a month is fine, and going to a professional groomer, is recommended every 8 to 10 weeks to maintain the quality of their fur.

You can begin from top to bottom. Before brushing each region, check for tangles or mats to prevent accidentally pinching your Golden Retriever's skin.

You can consider using a hairdryer to clear away any obvious debris or dirt from the coat before brushing it.

Do not try to aggressively untangle any challenging mats or tangles. Instead, use a detangling spray and a brush to carefully comb through knotted hair.

Never use scissors to trim the bottom of matted fur. Your dog's skin may be quite close to matted knots, and you risk accidentally cutting them. Asking a professional groomer to assist you is preferable.

Behavior with children and other pets

The Golden Retrievers are wonderful family pets. They are an excellent choice for families with young children because they are dependable and laid back.

They don't bite or snap if your youngster is still learning how to treat canines with respect, and they tolerate rough play.

Given the chance, Golden Retrievers will make an effort to befriend any other dogs they come across.

With strangers, whether they are humans or not, Golden Retrievers will keep their kind and loving demeanor. They are suitable as pets for those who already own animals.

Health concerns

Goldens are typically healthy dogs, and it is recommended that they get checked for disorders including subvalvular aortic stenosis, juvenile cataracts, pigmentary uveitis, and progressive retinal atrophy, as well as issues affecting the eyes, such as elbow and hip dysplasia.

Weekly examinations of the Golden's ears for infection symptoms and frequent brushings of the teeth are recommended.

Life expectancy

10 to 12 years

Breed facts

Size

25 to 34 kg

Temperament

The breed is distinguished by its gentle, calm temperament. The Golden is eager to satisfy his owner and was developed to work with people. Although bred with a friendly nature, the Golden must be trained and educated properly to make the best of his heritage, just like all dogs.

The Golden needs early socialization, or exposure to a variety of people, sights, sounds, and experiences when they're young, just like any other dog. Socialization helps ensure that your Golden puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog.

Grooming

They need coat brushing 3-5 times a week, teeth brushing is recommended 2 to 3 times per week, trimming their nails every 2 to 3 weeks, bathing once a month is fine, and going to a professional groomer, is recommended every 8 to 10 weeks to maintain the quality of their fur.

You can begin from top to bottom. Before brushing each region, check for tangles or mats to prevent accidentally pinching your Golden Retriever's skin. You can consider using a hairdryer to clear away any obvious debris or dirt from the coat before brushing it.

Do not try to aggressively untangle any challenging mats or tangles. Instead, use a detangling spray and a brush to carefully comb through knotted hair.

Never use scissors to trim the bottom of matted fur. Your dog's skin may be quite close to matted knots, and you risk accidentally cutting them. Asking a professional groomer to assist you is preferable.

Behavior with children and other pets

The Golden Retrievers are wonderful family pets. They are an excellent choice for families with young children because they are dependable and laid back. They don't bite or snap if your youngster is still learning how to treat canines with respect, and they tolerate rough play.

Given the chance, Golden Retrievers will make an effort to befriend any other dogs they come across. With strangers, whether they are humans or not, Golden Retrievers will keep their kind and loving demeanor. They are suitable as pets for those who already own animals.

Health concerns

Goldens are typically healthy dogs, and it is recommended that they get checked for disorders including subvalvular aortic stenosis, juvenile cataracts, pigmentary uveitis, and progressive retinal atrophy, as well as issues affecting the eyes, such as elbow and hip dysplasia. Weekly examinations of the Golden's ears for infection symptoms and frequent brushings of the teeth are recommended.

Life expectancy

10 to 12 years

Breed facts

Size-4 to 7,5 kg

Temperament-calm and friendly with a playful personality

Grooming-they need to be groomed frequently due to their long, double coat that mats easily

Behavior with children-they get along very well with children and babies due to their kind, friendly, and fun personality

Health Concerns-Brachycephaly-it is a malformation of the skull due to their breeding; heart disease, eye issues (caused by eye irritations and excess discharge); hair issues (they don't have fur, they have long hair with can tangle easily); ear issues( ear infections); skin sensitivity (allergies) and they also might develop a stomach sensibility due to their selective appetite

Life expectancy-10 to 16 years (the oldest recorded Shih Tzu has lived 23 years)

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