Many dogs exhibit fear of thunder and/or other loud noises. This phenomenon is actually very common and affects dogs of both sexes and all breeds, including mixed-breed dogs. Some dogs show fear of thunder, yet have no reaction to other types of loud noises such as guns. Because of that observation, there is some speculation that the dog is reacting…
Training your puppy to use a crate it’s essential if your Golden Retriever is going to live inside the house. When a puppy is crate trained properly, he or she will consider the crate as a “den” and go there automatically when they are tired or want to be alone. A few basic rules of thumb: A crate should never…
By Helen T. Redlus Allergy problems and Golden Retrievers seem to go hand-in-hand. So if you think your beloved dog is suffering from allergies, you came to the right place. First things first, let’s talk about what are the symptoms of allergies in dogs. While every dog is different, these may be signs of an allergic reaction: Hives Sneezing Runny…
We often compare kids with pets because they are cute, clumsy, and we have to keep an eye on them all the time. In reality, they are really different, and in a lot of ways having a pet can be scary. Especially if you know that something is wrong and they cannot tell you what is happening. While most kids…
The Golden Retriever is the third most popular dog in the United States. For many people, the golden retriever is more or less the quintessential dog. When they think of dogs at all, they think of golden retrievers. When people decide to settle down in the suburbs with their picket fences and families, the dogs that people will usually imagine…
Hip dysplasia or CHD, means “badly formed hip”. But in order to understand this complex problem, it is first necessary to understand the anatomy of the canine hip. This ball and socket joint consists of two basic parts – the acetabulum and the femur. The femur, or thigh bone, consists of the head (the ball) and the neck (the part…
An emergency can take you by surprise at any time so it’s really important to have a well-stocked box or bag for you and one for your pets in case someone gets hurt or sick while far from a hospital or veterinary clinic. Today we will help you decide what should be in a first aid kit. Assembling an emergency…
“Where can I buy a Golden Retriever puppy?” “Why should I worry about finding a responsible breeder” and “How much does a Golden Retriever cost?” are questions we get asked very frequently. Real numbers: First, let’s talk about expectations. On average a Golden Retriever can cost anything from $500 to $1,000 from a regular seller. But, if you are looking…
1. Tucker Budzyn Tucker is one of the most famous Golden Retrievers on the Internet right now, with more than 3 million followers between YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. This gorgeous pup is famous thanks to his cheeky personality, and most recently, for the way he reacted when he saw a hair clip for the first time. With videos on Youtube’s…