Things NOBODY tells you about owning a Golden Retriever

[@elle7739]

I lost my golden of 13 years in July. I had 13 golden years and despite all the problems mentioned here, i haven't regretted a single day. RIP Genie. We miss you.

[@RetrieverCare]

They definitely give us our best memories :)

[@NAVEEN926]

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[@jlf6803]

I’m so sorry for your loss. We lost ours 10 days before Christmas. The pain is awful. My son got us another one for Christmas.

[@KS-1248]

Love this post. RIP Miss Genie.

[@swatighosh_9978]

Also that I lost mine on my lap in 2019 .... she lived for 12 years and years ... And after that she continues to live in our hearts each moment....

[@bigsamdog1]

All that is true!! And that is why I have had 7 Golden Retrievers who have already crossed over and a 6 year old and 6 month old Golden Retrievers right now. Absolutely love them!!!!!

[@RetrieverCare]

They are the best :)

[@midsummersnight3848]

Awww!!! I love it! My girl is almost 5. Time flies. 💖😭

[@buenavistachanchan5726]

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[@daimaru03]

just lost my bulldog 2mos ago and thinking of getting a golden retriever so that my pug has a buddy

[@karelgericke3858]

Sorry my friend golden retrievers are definitely not the best dog on mother planet, I have plenty dogs in my life. I'm 69 years old and had Plenty different breeds of dogs, my last one now is a golden retriever which is one year old, but sad to say apart from the fact that it's a clever breed of a dog it's the worst dog I ever owned. The attention and patience a golden retriever needs, or wants from you is far far more than what I can give and take. I gave her so much love, care, and attention and believe me I know how to treat a dog because I was a dog breader, for many years. My German Shepherds, Rottweiler, Border Colleys, and the master of them all BOERBULL beat the Golden retriever loose hands on all expectations. It's no use for me to have a dog just because it's clever I need a dog that's alert when danger strike and unwelcome people enter my property at night or at any given time, I don't need a dog that will invite the danger people into my property or house. I need a dog that eat the best food on the market and don't pick and choose what she want to eat. I need a dog that doesn't destroy all my plants, flowers, etc just because she like to destroy everything she can get. Golden retriever are dogs for people thats willing to spend half of a day cleaning, watching and giving attention to it where as my other dogs got far less attention but gave me far less problems than this destroyer golden retriever. No thank you a year was far to long I'm giving her back to my daughter she can find a good home for Pearl Amber. Come on BOERBULL puppy DAD can't wait.

[@kryptokrypto702]

Had 2 goldens growing up. A male and female. The female was as quick as greased lightning and she never got big or fat, always stayed slim (she ran around LOTS, she had many acres to play on), and the male was huge, he was around 120lbs, which is big even for a golden, he was not as fat as you might think. He was quite muscular because he was always marking his territory, digging, sniffing around and chasing squirrels. He wasn't as fast as her, but he moved around like a tank. His big flag of a tail would constantly knock things over. The female had a big fluffy tail too. Yup, they had puppies. We made a "nest" for her in one of the smallest quitest rooms in the house. She tried making/digging a nest under our shack that was over 40 feet from the house, but I had to get her out and cover up the hole she dug (coyotes were around). She finally understood we made her a nest in the house, and she made herself comfortable. All 8 puppies made it. Happy healthy, energetic little pups. We tried finding the best people for them. I hope they lived great lives (this was over 20 years ago). Sad I never got to see her carry a pup in her mouth, i think she was too scared she might hurt the pup if she did it that way. She was a very gentle dog, if she was a human she would probably be a queen in another life. Hands down, the most gentle, emotional, hardy dogs. Thanks for the nostalgia.

[@RetrieverCare]

The journey you had with your Golden retrievers is surely beautiful :) and Yes, They are hands down the best breed!

[@tana5098]

I grew up with Golden Retrievers as a young adult and we had three at one time: two females and one male. The male mated with our younger female Meggie, and our older female Heidi had puppies with another male brought in. They were the best dogs our family ever had. These dogs were wonderful, sweet, and loving puppies. I miss them after years of being gone. 🐕🐱

[@rayoso154]

I love mine..❤

[@onedaybecca]

any personality difference between them?

[@kryptokrypto702]

@@onedaybecca The male loved to patrol the area, and loved to rough house play. The female also loved running around, but she was more into cuddling than the male, but she did like to play around once in a while too. She was sweet and gentle, the male was bold and sometimes didn't realize his size.

[@kengall4580]

I adopted a retired guide goldie in 2018 when he was 10 years old. I had the most wonderful 4 years with him before old age caught up with him and had to be euthanised. He was the most loving companion and maintained his playful side, loving his walks at the park and socialising with other dogs and their owners. Marvellous breed and I miss him so much. RIP Josh xxx

[@AnneMB955]

I so agree with all these. Especially the puppyhood. It was so hard in the first 2 years keeping up with all that energy. But I would get another Golden in a heartbeat. A truly loyal, friendly, cuddly, entertaining family member. Love my Golden with all my being. Thx so much for sharing. 🤗

[@RetrieverCare]

Yes in fact simba went through the same phase and to be honest I miss that energy :)

[@KudaBear-gj9br]

You probably had a field golden.

[@macjoiner]

I've had 4 perfect Goldens in my life. Sorry, but none of them stunk, not in the least. All of them made my life better, and my current one "Chaos" is the funniest and sweetest guy in the world, we laugh a thousand times a day at and with him. Goldens rule!!

[@SilentPsychopath]

You seem to be on the same page as me when it comes to naming. My goldie's called 'Eris'.😁

[@dmonks21]

I’ve had three and they did not stink. It’s like with every dog…you just keep them clean like any dog.

[@hakont.4960]

@@dmonks21 Stink? Our oldest Golden sometimes smells like cake on top of his head. XD

[@skeeterbodeen8326]

We’ve been blessed with 4 GRs over the last 30 years and I can’t imagine life without one... they are the sweetest and awesome around kids.

[@larissagodoyfertonani9700]

I have a golden retriever, her name is Princess, she is going to make 3 years old soon. I'm still learning how to to deal sometimes with her mess 😂 But I don't regret nothing, she's the best gift I could ever receive. She came to my house when I was in a really dificulte phase of my life, I was really sad at the time, and she literally cured me. I'm glad that you make this videos because they really help me dealing with Princess in the best way. now she is going through a weight loss process, because she was very overweight. It's been hard for me but I want the best for her, so I'm going to do whatever it takes to make her healthy and happy. Thank you for all your videos ❤️ Me and Princess are sending you a kiss from Brazil! 🇧🇷

[@velie]

Their such a loving and caring dog with such big hearts, that I believe they must be sent from heaven, as Angels, to watch over us. My Golden is now 13 years old and I don't know I will deal with him passing away. When I got him, it was to help my mother with dementia. He cared for her, like he understood what was wrong with her. He became a family member, and my love knows no bounds for him. He's is and always will be my baby dog. Yes, when their puppies they chew and when the become adults, they shed a lot of hair, but the shear love, that these dogs have in their heart is beyond belief.

[@prichardgs]

Exactly!

[@Rocadog]

I remember having my first Retriever, i was kind of shocked about his biting and nipping at young age. Luckily they will grow into incredibely gentle mouth dogs, its about the patience!

[@deb9806]

When? Mine still does a little at 6 months

[@kellytush1571]

Mines almost 2 years old and he’s viciously attacks us now :(

[@glow1815]

​@kellytush1571 what I am afraid of YIKES! And I'm only 5ft 112 lbs. Our us only 7 weeks old

[@prichardgs]

Well we have two goldens and they are the BEST DOGS we have ever had the privilege to welcome into our family. With that said-we have three acres and they get a lot of exercise and walks are a great joy for them as well as us. The maintenance requirements are really not that hard-they love us and we love them so we take good care of them. They are wonderful people person dogs and love to cuddle and are great with children. Perfect for our family.

[@ProGen6]

Lost my little puppy last year at nine. She was still a puppy all the way to the end. Hillarious dogs and there is just infinite love in them.

[@RetrieverCare]

It is just sad. No one can imagine the happiness they bring to our lives :)

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

I am so sorry

[@Breenndda]

A golden giant running around the house is the best thing ever! You will never be alone or lonely since they always want to stay by your side. And yes..they are not guard dogs but at least they will sound the alarm with their barking before letting the intruders in your house for a small fee of pets and belly rubs

[@julieevans6895]

If you imagine yourself with a Husky, try a golden retriever first. The Husky breed is like a golden-supersized 5 times. Lol. My friend owned a beautiful golden named Rusty. She had 18 pups in one litter, and did not lose one! One winter, as my friend's family was closing their lake cottage and moving everything back home (about 8 miles away), a winter storm set in before they could get back for their golden and the last few items. One week later, we accompanied them back to the lake cottage. They had dug out the road to the cottage, but just couldn't bear to be alone for the inevitable when they dug out the dog house. We all hugged and cried as the men dug out the dog house and poked through the hay. Suddenly, Rusty exploded from the dog house and ran figure 8's around her excited and happy owners. We were all relieved and very happy to see her! After a few minutes, she began drinking water before being loaded in the car for a quick trip to the Veterinarian. Other than being dehydrated a little, she had weathered her ordeal in good shape. No tracks were outside the dog house, so we guess she simply holed up and stayed put to be "found".

[@korpersafte]

Huskys usually have a temper, they actually can be very unfriendly. Not like goldens

[@julieevans6895]

@@korpersafte Our Husky is a big goof ball full of energy. It took much patience, time and training. That being said, I think we got lucky! When he was a one and half year old, I came home from work, started up the front steps, and Rocky knocked me down. I found myself looking up at the top of the steps at a very puzzled Husky. He cocked his head, put his "puzzled" eyebrows at an angle and wagged his tail as if to say, "What are you doing down there? I want to see you up here?" I laughed, dusted myself off and braced myself for the husky exhuberance every day after. I also made a note to corral him when we had kids or elders over, at least until they made it up the steps and into the house. He thinks he is the chief face-washer and hand cleaner in the house hold. Other dogs don't have his fine temperament, though, but I think that happens in every breed.

[@jlf6803]

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[@mikeshuck2760]

Have had a couple of goldens. My favorite. My last one lasted 14 years of good health. He was very friendly, but also very protective. He knew when. Didn’t smell. Well behaved. I just left food in his bowl. He ate when hungry.

[@amymorin2700]

I had one as a service dog and now will only have goldens. They are smart, very intuitive, goofy and loving. You will become their whole world, but they are definitely Velcro dogs.

[@RetrieverCare]

Not all goldens are Velcro but yes our Simba is surely a cuddle monster :)

[@SilentPsychopath]

Same with my Eris. Every morning I have to practically pry her off with a crowbar (or throw some treats a few metres away) just to put my shoes on, all because her favourite positions are either sitting on top of me (all 35kg of her) or squeezed in-between my legs.

[@dianeschober9292]

We have had many Goldens over the years and never has one of them had any sort of odor issue. The only time our current Golden, JoJo, stinks is when she’s been swimming in the pond all day. So if you’re thinking about getting this breed you can take that consideration right off the list. Our JoJo sure does love to eat, though! That one is true! She went from puppy food to weight management adult food. LOL. I have loved every one of my Golden girls and will always have one in my life. They are the sweetest, most loving dogs out there. And everyone knows they’re the cutest puppies around!!

[@kh863]

We have a 4 month old rescue English Cream Golden. He definitely will not be our guard dog! He thinks every stranger is his new best friend. He is very very chill for a puppy. Not sure if it’s his temperament or because he was quite sick when we got him. He doesn’t like to walk. Once he gets going he’s fine but he doesn’t like to start. He just sits and watches his surroundings and wants to lay down in the sun. Or just stops randomly on the sidewalk and stands there. He doesn’t get the zoomies too much anymore. We are already trusting him with the run of the house at night as once he got over some diarrhea issues as a sick pup, he’s house trained! He doesn’t chew the furniture thank god. He loves the toys we got him. Loves his Kong and Nylabone, but not obsessive about them. He IS a social animal and once my husbands work schedule gets smoother he will be going to work with him a few days a week to be with other people and dogs. Instead of being home with me while I work. He scarfs down his food - we had to get a slow feeder. And to my surprise he doesn’t shed much! He was so thin and sick when we first got him, he was shedding like crazy. But now that he’s healthy and gaining weight his coat has come in and I am cleaning up far less hair off the floor and my clothes.

[@legrandmaitre7112]

Our golden retriever Bonnie was very protective of my mother. If they were at the park together or walking in the countryside, Bonnie would run back to my mother's side if another person appeared. At home we'd sometimes have to explain to Bonnie that a visitor was a friend. A repairmen tried to enter by the sidegate once and Bonnie become quite aggressive - not an isolated incident. Slow to mature - is that a problem? Bonnie loved to have fun, her endless mischief made her all the more loveable.

[@ushamishra4105]

Yes it's true my golden boy is very protective fir my family

[@RetrieverCare]

Being protective is good but only to some extent, if this protectiveness leads to aggression, than it is bad.

[@voodoochild1975az]

I have had a few Goldens. My last just left for the Rainbow Bridge yesterday... After 15 great years together. This is a fair look at the negatives, but they are so trivial next to the positives. I love all dogs. But for me? It's Goldens from here on out

[@suehelms906]

My bear bear is 10 now and still a baby at heart and loves to entertain us. He never bit me but will anyone coming near me. He is very protective and the most loving dog I have ever had. He watches me like a hawk all day long and learns way to much, and is way to smart for his own britches! I now put this breed ahead of german shepherds which I never thought possible. Expect to laugh daily with their funny antics.

[@SandyCumiskey-io8ri]

I just picked up my new 8week old golden retriever puppy!! I love her so much!!

[@lunlovely]

all that was what im facing right now...so true. This is why i love retrievers ❤❤❤

[@janearkell5185]

Two Golden brothers...ate the hall chair..ate the 400.00 pair of glasses...developed a taste for drywall...tore pieces of the kitchen floor linoleum up..(in all fairness it was slated to be removed anyway)...the hair was endless - and yes they shed twice a year - the first 6 months and the second 6 months..grooming for two - 185.00 every three or four months..special food 210.00 /month....the love and loyalty you get in return? PRICELESS.

[@GeorgeTropicana]

They're a lot better when you train them properly 🙄

[@JB-ie9hj]

Golden retriever beautiful dog my sister had one he never smelt at all he was a wonderful friend .

[@dheyes803]

I would love to have another Goldie. I miss my wizened faced boy every time I spend outside with my current brood of JRTs. The energy part was not exactly my boy’s cup of tea. The most energy that he did have was used to rake a his paw across my leg because he wanted to be reassured that he was loved. Miss my best fried.

[@peymanyaghoubi6560]

I OWN A GOLDEN and I tell you , these are extremely true

[@mischkutamora3342]

Exactly! Its the best dog. Friendly, good natured, witty, and cuddly

[@lynettefrench2358]

In 1990 I got married to a guy that did not have dogs growing up. After getting our house it was time for a dog. Since he didn't have dogs growing up we decided he would pick what kind of dog. Said he wanted a golden, so I got him a golden. As he grew my husband said this dog didn't look like the one he had pictured. What he was thinking was a yellow lab. He didn't know the difference since he was unfamiliar with dogs. His name was Jake and he was the best mistake ever! I grew up with all kinds of breeds, but never had a golden and he was the best dog I ever had. I loved him so much and when we had the terrible task of putting him down at 12 years old due to cancer I was beside myself. To this day I cannot see myself getting another dog because I don't want to go through that again. I was so lucky to have him.

[@relaxmydog]

Thanks SO much for sharing this!

[@wastedinspiration]

My family just got a Goldie/Weims mix a few months ago. She's a spitfire and super attached to me, but a great fit for active families. I've had mostly Labs before, and they were very similar (except this new dog is more clingy)

[@captainlazyartist2038]

I have a 9 week old. I love him so much. I’ll do anything for him

[@bartonone2005]

Every point in this video is absolutely true!! The fifteen years my Golden spent with me were the best in my life!! It's over two years and I still can't think about welcoming another dog. The paw prints she left on my heart will last forever.

[@timdearborn5397]

I am on my fourth Golden. I just have a one-word response to this video. TRUTH!

[@MagnusMoerkoereJohannesen]

We adopted a senior golden who's going on 13 y/o now. Arthritis and old age have cut short the long walks he used to love, but he's still a giant puppy at heart. There's nothing better than a belly rub and a booty massage from a stranger :D

[@ColinHarvey78]

5,6 & 7 are so true! Lovely temperament but boy, do they shed and smell! And they need constant company and lots of exercise! 10 is so very true - they would never stop eating given half a chance! But lovely temperament and lovely dogs

[@demcduff]

All worth it to have such a beautiful, wonderful dog! We’ve raised three Goldens and they’ve all been perfect!

[@RetrieverCare]

Haha They are surely the best :)

[@jocelynconcha9092]

I totally agree. My Golden is very energetic dog. She loves to go outside and play.

[@garimasingh371]

Thats so good really people who wants a dog or any other pet have to know that they are like a new member in a family they have their own expenses and maintanance so we have to think properly about the financial expenses of that specific breed or animal because i personally think that raising an animal is more tough than raisibg a human child

[@marieceriello4059]

All those things are so true. And why I love them so much. That’s why I have 4 full grown goldens.

[@The_Big_Soup3]

You know, I'm not lying when i say this, but out of ALL the dogs i've had, my golden never bit me as a puppy. Literally not once. He also only ever had one accident in the house, and after that was pretty much house trained. He's seriously the smartest dog I've ever owned, and has probably the best character. I will say he energy for HOURS which to me is great.

[@gewrgiagewrgia1013]

I really love these innocent eyes😍. Our boy is 3 years old and he is very playful. I feel like a child when I play with him

[@jemand8462]

most of these points apply to myself, too.

[@mikled1237]

My 2 year old is a ball fanatic and definitely needs more then 2 walks a day. He swims in the morning then we play ball for about an hour after lunch then maybe another round of ball after dinner. He’s a good boy

[@shreyasshilevant4045]

such a cute dog I also have one but in the busy schedule, I forgot about their grooming but then I heard about Monkoodog, they remind me about my pet grooming

[@Kristendelores]

On number 4, I've tried to tell my golden that she isn't a guard dog but she still tries. Her barks to the mail people and random sounds make you think she's going for the kill.

[@RetrieverCare]

Haha cute.

[@galegrazutis964]

I have a neighbour who l discovered had a Golden Retriever who was left home alone two days a week. I work as a vet technician. And l worked my schedule around to look after her those two says. She has made my life a completely different. Half the anti depressants now!

[@RetrieverCare]

Yes that is golden retrievers for you :)

[@jlf6803]

What a gift you are❤️

[@MSDOGS1976]

I've had a GR and a lab mix. Both shedded hair year round. Buy a robotic vacuum....problem solved. Anal gland problems can be a problem with any breed. But it's probably true a GR has more energy than many breeds early on. But I don't remember a lot of problems raising mine. I'm going to be reminded soon tho as I have a new golden pup due for delivery in 2 to 3 weeks.

[@windyrun7979]

I've had three Goldens in my lifetime and never has one had any issue with anal glands. The ear cleaning is accurate though.

[@RetrieverCare]

Yes that is correct and Best of luck for your new member :)

[@bibianatorres6283]

It is very true what you mention, but I think that not everything is fulfilled in a single dog, since it will also depend on its personality. I have a 2-year-old female, as for what they eat a lot, she is not like that, many times I have to insist that she finish her ration, and never smell ugly, I brush her hair and clean her eyes and ears, we sleep together, It never smelled unpleasant. I love your videos, greetings from Argentina, Luna and Bibiana

[@RetrieverCare]

Yes after all it all depends on a particular dog and how they are raised :) Also we're so glad you liked our videos!

[@jerryjazzbo2845]

Thanks for this info. Sounds like a full-time job which comes with loving these lovable creatures. Who needs kids? Hahaha.

[@stevesnvegas9040]

Number 11. Your Golden will love you....I mean really love you....a LOT!!!

[@RetrieverCare]

Yes they are super loving and cuddly :)

[@notableroyalnews]

They are so cute and loyality. Really love them

[@SandraVanLankvelt]

Our first Golden was 90 pounds and on his hind legs over 6 feet tall he shocked my 6 foot husband lol. Our second golden he weighed 70 pounds was shorter and super super fast. They both loved everybody and loved to play a lot. Our first huge Golden was protective of our home and barked sometimes but his size in itself was intimidating LOL.

[@noumenanoz8819]

Best dogo’s in the world!

[@noumenanoz8819]

And they are FOoD Hounds they are always “starving” haha it’s crazy teaching them NOT to beg is the most challenging thing I’ve tried to do. They still have to sit most meal times outside cause they can’t stop…. You look away for a second and whoop your foods GONE. They won’t even be chewing it just like whoop down the throat. Lookin at ya like what? Me? No I would never! 🤫

[@Julia-ek7ey]

Love this! Didn't know about the smelling part. Good information to know!

[@99-rohanm53]

At the end they are golden retriever......lovely dogs and I have one who is just awesome and I miss him daily as I stay in Hostel♥️

[@hooman8009]

My 3 month old golden ret. (Been with us for 1.5 months) can follow commands such as Sit, Stand, Hello (paw), Eat(won't eat if we don't say this word) and NO. He is a fast learner I watched bunch of YT vids to train him

[@rb7454]

Can you sure which videos or channels helped you Train your dog?

[@hooman8009]

@@rb7454 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYPSdYeLoN-Jprc it took two weeks for my dog to respond to sit command and then a week for hellow and a day for highfi🤚 make sure you keep reminding him of these commands everyday so that he gets used to it.

[@KillerKev1961]

Spot on in every regard! Having bred and raised GRs our whole life-we are in our 60s, weve come to know the breed very well. Weve raised dogs for Guide Dogs For The Blind-Nat'l Search and rescue Foundation-One dog (Gus) responded to the towers on 9-11. The best all around dogs on the planet. Yes, they are a little DEE DEE DEE, total doofuses, and you have to keep them occupied. Boredom is a terrible thing-especially for canines. Some of our dogs have lived to be older than 17 years, the avg seems to be about 14. But ya gotta care for them. Great video.......

[@siedirisinghe4044]

I have a German Shepard named baggeera, and when I go outside she already knows I’m going to play so she rushes outsides to play. And the most fun part is she plays with me by biting and stuff and playful jumping on me, just like how other puppies play, it’s so refreshing.

[@danielbacierto]

Our 10 months old Golden thinks he is a small lap puppy.

[@co.m3466]

He won’t realize that he is huge forever

[@nickintherealworld225]

Any dog has it issues but I really had minimal problems with either of the two goldens I have had. Really, I was fine with a watch dog that alerts me to a unwanted guest rather than attacking someone. They are protective too, my jackass uncle was to physical (wrestling) with my little brother and she (my Golden) let him know pretty quick to knock off the bull shit.

[@americanpatriot9193]

My family is on our 3rd Golden Retriever. Wouldn’t have any other breed of dog. They are awesome.

[@nancypina341]

True all the way. In my opinion I’ll add that it’s hard to have only one lol they are addicting

[@RetrieverCare]

Haha we always want more Goldens :)

[@riadlo1]

Our Lucas was put down last night, he would have been 15 in October. He was our angel, probably the best dog we’ve ever had. He was the ultimate hippy, so peaceful, loving, and well behaved. He NEVER destroyed anything in our house, only his toys. He only ate when he was hungry, the food would sit in his bowl until he felt like eating, and he did not overeat. He never smelled bad or had odors coming from his anal gland, like any animal, he smelled when it was time for his biweekly bath. He did have a lot of skin allergy issues which required a special shampoo to address and was prone to ear infections due to his floppy ears. As he got older, arthritis was a major issue and he was taking medicine everyday to help with that. With that said, if I had to, I would gladly do it all over again to have Lucas and his positive energy back with us. Goldens are amazing and without him, the house is just empty. I would not hesitate to get another Golden one day!

[@RetrieverCare]

Lucas was definitely an incredible golden retriever and we all will dearly miss him :) My condolences are with you!

[@jlf6803]

🙏🙏I know that pain.

[@gerimartin8514]

I'm so very sorry for your loss. 😢😢😢

[@Missy-eo2ik]

Your lucky are golden Lucy only made it to 7

[@francina-d3m]

I love Golden Retriever I had to put her to sleep for medical reasons and I thought I would die. Sheba was one loyal dog and boy did she guard our homes, the children and etc. She wasn’t friendly like everyone thinks. Sheba loved her family I miss her so much it’s crazy. I recommend a golden retriever for anyone. She loved to eat and being a first time dog owner so I constantly fed her because I thought she was hungry she was greedy. I’m tearing up thinking and talking about her. Get a golden retriever you will not regret it. I love and miss my Sheba❤

[@sujunghan8375]

I’e learned so much from this channel i love ur channel and golden retrievers are the best!!! 🐶

[@cja3593]

Well I wish watched this before But my flash is best... I love him

[@loralaibarometer]

We get our little one on Friday and I know it is going to be hard work but I’m sure it will be worth it.

[@narasimhasharmak2966]

Everyone of your points is true except for the eating part 🤣… my 3 year old golden needs a diff dish every time of the day everyday . 😅

[@xiomaralebron8798]

😂 my golden is the same way, super picky. Also people assume that because he's a Golden he must love water and swimming, well, not at all. If you insist he might get his paws wet but that's about it, he will not play with water 😂

[@dilbertleadbetter8481]

I am a disabled vet with a GR service dog. I have had Hanna for almost 3 years. Most of what you say in this video I have not experienced. Hanna looks out for me 24/7. Trouble makers would be wise not to enter unannounced. So be careful what info you put out there. Not all GR's follow same protocols.

[@danielpritchard510]

Service dogs are trained ahead of time

[@larry_9982]

I also have a GR SD. They are not trained guard dogs, and really should not be acting as such IMO. I had some leash reactive issues at first but that is easily trained out. Please talk to your trainer. You got this Bro. RVN 71-72

[@windyrun7979]

My golden loves everyone. That said...if someone acts threatening towards me she will not let them near me. I feel very safe with mine.

[@raintree3383]

@@windyrun7979 That is good to know...my son wants to get a GR and his co-worker told him the dog will never protect my granddaughter (she is two years old) Hello from Canada

[@RetrieverCare]

Well service dogs are trained for that exact reason! but yes all this traits are found in most of the golden retrievers and we say that from our research and experience over the years. Also say 'hi' to Hanna :)

[@callierezek1284]

My almost 2 year old golden is the fastest dog I've ever had. Also all of this is true.

[@saurabhruti]

when i saw the white golden retriever i was like HOLY SHED I knew the breed shed a lot but i did not expect that muck fur

[@saurabhruti]

i meant much not muck

[@windyrun7979]

That's not from random shedding. That is from brushing.

[@RetrieverCare]

Well you know what we saw, Golden Retriever do shed and they shed A LOT :)

[@saurabhruti]

@@windyrun7979 ohhh ok

[@saurabhruti]

but still even for a brush and shed thats still a lot

[@ldr420]

actually we just bought a golden retriever a few weeks ago, you don’t really need to buy the food. We make the food ourselves for our dog so we can save money. Hope this was helpful!💞

[@evelyn4120]

Ooh ty! My cousin just got a golden retriever and now I can advise her! :)

[@ldr420]

@@evelyn4120 your welcome!=D

[@carolro6673]

My Golden is currently on First Mate kibble. It is a premium food but I am planning on transitioning to a home made diet. I did the math for kibble versus homemade and didn’t see any difference.

[@ldr420]

@@carolro6673 it’s your wish! we wanted to save money so we made our own food! Plus,my dad is a vet scientist, he recommends homemade than outside because you don’t know what ingredients/things that the outside food has!

[@carolro6673]

@@ldr420 I agree that homemade food is a better option. I am using the formula from yt channel veterinary secrets to transition to home made. To calculate cost of kibble, I divided bag weight total in ounces into total cost to get cost per oz. then weighed out ounces of daily food amount fed and timed it by cost per ounce. It would vary by cost of commercial food using, possibly there is a savings, for some. I’m not doing this to save money, but to get her on best diet possible for long term health.

[@niranjanadave8848]

I have 6 months golden retriever. He is too loveable.

[@chriscappio6280]

Got a 3 month old golden he is awesome my third one

[@giovannisingergs4159]

I have over their flaws I had to go into here before and he can do all of these things when he was little even he was already an adult but now I still love golden retriever and they'll always be my number one dog

[@vanamatrika..]

Yeah, my second golden is mental... She has confuse emotional expression, no she is not confused, but we become confuse about her expectations.. But with all the points be true, having goldens means, having God sent angels around you, demanding your true nature to expressed out, and become pure.

[@RetrieverCare]

That is so true :) Goldens are no doubt the best!

[@cristinaperryman572]

Yesterday i got my golden retriever boy ( 8 , weeks) im nervous because its my first time with a golden retriever, my husband keeps telling me that I took a bad decision but inside of my heart im feeling that i took the best decision for our family.

[@larry_9982]

Winnie, my Service Dog, loves your posts.

[@RetrieverCare]

We're so glad :) Say 'hi' to winnie!

[@dianabeason604]

I have 3 golden babies They are the best dogs ever!! We call their hair golden glitter, it gets everywhere but totally worth it

[@babby6245]

They are worth it my golden has no separation anxiety and they don’t stink

[@RetrieverCare]

Clearly they are the best :)

[@adishtnid6094]

I miss my female Golden Retriever, Katie 💕💕

[@jaisekharnair6040]

All if the points are valid, but they are still the best

[@tiascott317]

Ohhh n she never bit anyone nor was a chewer. I feel like a Queen w her. I did get to train her as my federally IDd service dog for her life. N I was the only one shed listen to as far as her training went. She's been my easiest dog n the most perfect friend I've ever had. N its not good to ever leave an animal alone for longer than two hours. She can decide whether she wants to go w me or stay n she doesn't enjoy stores or the drs so I love her n tell her I'll be back. She's my blessing

[@dosduce]

Kaylais my fourth female golden. I had one for my three daughters, Kayla is mine! The first two were sisters from the same litter. Pumpkin was orange and Taffy was pure gold. Great dogs! Bigger than what you described. They werew 112 and 114 pounds at a year old, and stayed that weight all of their lives. They were just big! Snoopy was the runt of the litter she weighed 75 pounds all of her 13.5 years. Kayla is a big girl too she is 94 pounds now she just lost 6 pounds over 2 years. She is the best dog I have ever had! We got her at 11 weeks old. She needed very little training. Almost no chewing except for a pair of my wife's slippers and a plant stand. She never gets into the trash or anything she is not allowed to. She loves everyone except squirrels, rabbits and possums. She caught a possum about two months ago. My wife got it away from her. She lives to be petted by strangers, no she is not a guard dog! She will not eat unless I eat, don't know why. We have never had to use negative training. She seems to understand our words and commands unless she is in hunting mode, then all vbets are off. They are the best dogs in the world! They love kids!

[@martinwulfe3718]

I've had 9 goldens of my own since the 1970's, and I've foster more than 15. I adore the breed! One of their saddest aspects, though, is there susceptibility to cancer. Of my 9 goldens, 7 died of one form of cancer or another, some as young as 5, but others as old as 14 and 15. Still, they were all very much worth it.

[@tiascott317]

Ohhh also as soon as I got Sadie home I started her training at eight weeks old by first dropping treats around on the floor n sweetly saying ohhh noo babi girl u don't touch anything on the floor or the ground. It only took a few times n she's six now n won't get anything off the ground or the floor so many neat things about her. I only gasped when she did anything that needed correction n in a loving yet serious tone I'd just say ohhh nooo lil girl that's not OK so u cant do that. N she never did. I'm really afraid to just feed her dog food n nothing w dyes or any animal byproducts in anything. So I've always cooked her meat n veggies n rice n a lil good dog food for when she wants. I've never had a dog die from any cancers or tumors. I pray this beautiful girl Goldy of mine that she never gets sick n leave me. I'm having a time of just the thought of her ever leaving me. She's my pride n my true joy. She's slept on hers n mine Queen bed since eight weeks old n I wouldn't have it any other way. Ohh and she ran really fast into the lake three x n ohh did she ever stink like sludge. Gross so we walked home n I said OK straight into the shower my stinky girl n she's not done that again. I'm a gasper n she hates to dissapoint me so she's about perfect.

[@kellytush1571]

Where are you located? My family is looking to find a family for our Golden who is almost 2 years old! He’s a great dog but just needs so much training and has aggression issues that I feel can be fixed with the right training… but we don’t have the money to get him that training

[@martinwulfe3718]

@@kellytush1571 This is not the way to find a new home for your Golden. In any case, our current golden also has some aggression issues, so yours would not do well in our home. If you can no longer deal with his issues, please, please find a local Golden retriever rescue organization near you. They are everywhere. If you tell me where you are I will be happy to help you with that.

[@muli3007]

One question is it okey to keep it outside ?

[@mutahiraarshi7997]

i am having a German Sherped .He is 2 year old.He is so energetic.His name is Simba.and i love him

[@waitforit5146]

My golden going on 2 1/2 years. I had the her nipping, charging at me periodically n pulling of arm . The backyard was HERS. the first 18 months. Even with training. Now approaching 3. She's settled down and becoming more gentle every day

[@lol-vb6fd]

My parents finally agreed to get us a dog! my grandma has had a million dogs so we pretty much know how to take care of a dog but we've never had a retriever in our family so I'm kinda nervous. we are planning on getting a Golden Retriever in Jan! I can't wait!!! I've seen a lot of your videos but I don't really know how to prepare coz it's our first time getting a dog. do u have any videos that can help prepare or do u have any tips?

[@samg8012]

I think my tip for a first time dog owner, is be prepared. All these cutsie videos do not show you nor prepare you for what is coming. 24/7 stress and watching them like a hawk. Constant frustration and constant tears, and insane exhaustion. I was told dogs were a lot of work, but NOTHING I was told or read could have prepared me for the reality. And the reality is that we have at least another year of this before our 6 month old starts to calm down. Having a dog is not all the fun and games that you see on videos. Nobody shows you the other side.

[@Draxxdemsklounst]

Woah! Enough said! Definitely not getting one of these pups now! They are adorable though!

[@sallyrosal3351]

I like and love golden retriever

[@shielamayjoymira687]

Omg. All points are so true!

[@ChrissyVee5]

My golden retriever never smelled until she got old and sickly. Best dogs ever

[@RetrieverCare]

Yes they are surely the best :)

[@ChrissyVee5]

@@RetrieverCare 😍❤️👏🏻💯

[@HimAspirant]

I have 6 year old labrador He is puppy from heart

[@RetrieverCare]

Haha they are forever puppies :)

[@retreivermomx2847]

I have 2 all is true except the food. They love to eat yes, but they prefer human food and treats to their wontons which is frustrating when you spend lots of money on good quality food. Also, Golden’s love water and need to swim. It’s bred into them. Swimming requires extra grooming to keep that coat mat free and to keep hot spots off their bodies. They are emotionally needy too and require lots and lots of love. Best dogs I have ever owned ♥️

[@_semika.30_]

goldens are the best family dog for me...

[@gargingle]

This channel covers literally everything you need to know about golden retrievers😌

[@ayushraut2005]

I love your channel , and my cousin has a golden so I can relate to all this stuff 😂

[@RetrieverCare]

Thank you so much!

[@philipblowers587]

All that is true except for the part about Goldens having stinking coats and anal glands. That can be said of virtually all long fur breeds and the latter to all dog breeds. Regular bathing and grooming prevents fur odor and a professional grooming or regular vet trip can address the gland issue. I also don't have a problem with slow maturity and see it as a bonus when my Goldens want to play like a pup. Bottom line is that this breed isn't for anyone even though the positives--sweet disposition, intelligence, loyalty etc--far outweigh negatives. Having had (and have) Goldens I really feel like you can't have a better breed.

[@arienecoelho2468]

Totally agree! Stink is not a rule for this breed. I live with and know several, and none of them stinks

[@kellytush1571]

My golden who is almost 2 years old is extremely aggressive at some points and has bitten my mom and I multiple times. We have a hard time with the idea of giving him away solely because he can be a VERY VERY great dog at times. He’s super smart and can be super cute he knows the commands but only chooses to listen to them when he wants to. When he gets aggressive, it’s seems to mostly be when we take things away from him that he’s not supposed to have, or when we move him from somewhere he’s not supposed to be. For example, he LOVES paper products… napkins, paper plates, paper towels, tissues.”, etc. If he gets to ANY of those (stealing them off the table or our laps), he will not let go or give it to you without attacking. The ONLY thing that works is a spray bottle with water and vinegar but you have to point it at him for him to let go. He knows what “drop it” means but won’t listen unless you have that spray bottle. He also attacked me when he hopped up on the counter and started to eat brownies that were on the stove. Literally turned around super fast and aggressively starting to lunge and bite me and it was so loud that people outside heard it. It’s just so upsetting because for a majority of the time, he’s SUCH a good boy when he wants to be. We just believe his previous owners HAD to have beaten him with the way he reacts to these things. It’s been so hard on our family and we can not afford to get him the training he needs. It’s also hard to train him at home for his aggression solely because lately he’s been attacking with the most random things that he hasn’t used to have a problem with. If someone lives in NY and will give him a great life and take the time to train him, let me know. He’s an ANGEL at times which is why it’s so hard. He also LOVES loves loves loves to swim and loves the water. He is my best friend which is why giving him a home that can help him would be best for him