Who wrote this web site?
Let me introduce myself.
Are you a breeder?
No, I train and show in obedience and agility, and I write books about dogs. For information on finding Golden Retriever breeders and puppies for sale, and buying Golden Retriever puppies, visit Buying or Adopting a Golden Retriever.
I'm bringing home my puppy next week. Which pages should I read first on your web site?
Congratulations on your new baby! You should read:
What kind of personality does a Golden Retriever have? The good points and the bad points?
Golden Retrievers: What's Good About 'Em, What's Bad About 'Em will give you a terrific introduction to the breed's temperament, personality, and behavior.
If I want a Golden Retriever for a pet, do I have to bother with AKC registration papers?
To answer that question, you must understand what registration papers really mean...and don't mean. Visit Registration Papers and Pedigrees.
There is an adorable Golden Retriever puppy at the pet shop. The store manager assures me they only buy from good breeders. Could this be true?
Absolutely not. There are NO good breeders -- none whatsoever -- who would ever place one of their puppies in a pet shop. Visit Golden Retriever Puppies in Pet Shops.
Do you recommend male puppies or female puppies?
There are advantages and disadvantages to each! Visit Should Your Golden Retriever Be Male or Female?.
How can I pick the best Golden Retriever puppy from a whole litter?
You can do personality tests with Golden Retriever puppies, and also physical exams. Visit Choosing Golden Retriever Puppies.
My Golden Retriever barks too much (or chews my belongings, runs away when I call her, etc.). What can I do to stop these behavior problems?
Most behavior problems stem from either miscommunication (you may not have clearly gotten across to your dog exactly what you expect) or disrespect (he may be deliberately ignoring your wishes). Visit Respect Training Program For Golden Retrievers.
I want to train my Golden Retriever puppy to really understand what I say.
You'll love the information in this article: Training Golden Retriever Puppies.
Help! My Golden Retriever still isn't housebroken!
Visit Housebreaking Your Golden Retriever.
What is the best dog food I can buy for my Golden Retriever?
Real food. Visit The Best Dog Food For Your Golden Retriever.
Which shots does my dog need?
Most vets are not giving you the latest information on booster shots. Visit Vaccinations and Booster Shots: Needed or Not?
My vet doesn't agree with some of the things you've written about health care.
That means he's almost certainly an AVMA vet. There are two veterinary organizations in the United States and they disagree on feeding, vaccinations, dental care, and treatment of health problems. Your vet no doubt belongs to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). The health information on my web site comes from vets who belong to the American HOLISTIC Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA). Visit The "Right" Vets and the "Wrong" Vets.
I have a web site, too, and I'd like to add your link to my site. Is that okay?
Sure! Visit Golden Retriever Links. And thank you!.
