Caring For A Golden Retriever, A Challenge?

Before you purchase or adopt a golden retriever, let me first give you some golden retriever facts to help you decide if this breed is really for you!

First off, a golden retriever lives for an average of 14 years. Will you be ale to handle that? Yes this breed of dog lives a long and fruitful life, it needs care and companionship for an average of 14 years – give or take. This first fact is actually very important, are you in this for the long haul? Because if you aren’t, then just get yourself some guppies for pets – they live an average of 1-2 years depending on water temperature.

Second, golden retrievers are big dogs that need space. So if you live in a small area, think twice about getting this breed. There are smaller breeds you can choose from like a maltese, a chihuahua, a shih tzu, a pekingese, mini pinscher, and so much more.

Third, related to the second fact, like most dog breeds, golden retrievers need daily exercise. You have to have both space (either a backyard, or a park nearby) and time to play with and walk your golden. If you live a busy life — you work more than 40hrs. per week, you own a business, you have young kids — if you are busy as it is, then think again before getting a golden retriever because like most dog breeds they need time, affection, and love.

Fourth, golden retriever grooming is quite simple but still needed. Having great, long, golden hair, regular bathing and grooming are part of your golden’s rituals. Be prepared for these. Bathing, nail clipping, hair brushing, brushing his teeth, are just some of the necessities to keep your dog healthy and happy.

These are just some basic information you need to know about goldens before purchasing or adopting one. If you can give all four, and you are looking for a gentle and lovable pet – then golden retrievers are the right dog breed for you.

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