what are some good websites or tips
2006-07-15 05:23:03 · 11 answers · asked by glowgirl28 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Petsmart.com has lots of information on what you need for a new pet, and pet training tips. Also check out yahoo pets, purina's websites, and just google it to see what's out there. There is a TON of good information. I would also suggest picking up a couple of books on puppy training if you are a new pet owner (like puppies for Dummies or some-such). Good luck and congratulations. :)
2006-07-15 05:27:08 · answer #1 · answered by Julia L. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a golden retriver. Hehe.
Take your dog out for long walks at least twice a day. Otherwise when he/she is older, they will develop arthritis, and this is very painful in dogs.
Also, don't choose a no-name brand of food. Pick Iams or something. This will help in the dogs digestion, which basically means it makes it easier for them to poop. So don't forget to pick up after them.
And DO NOT EVER FEED YOUR DOG: Cat food, chocolate, tomatoes, unskinned apples, grapes, apricots, fatty foods - in fact, just take a look at this website. http://mooreshaven.com/pets/dogs/safety/badfoodslist.html
Final rule: Do not ignore your dog. Golden retrievers are very affectionate and loving, and they will eventually not like you any more if you ignore them.
It may sound like a lot of work, but this is one of the best kinds of dogs you can get. Enjoy! *goes off to cuddle own dog*
2006-07-15 05:35:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ooooh! I LOVE GOLDEN RETRIVERS THEY'RE THE BEST DOGS EVER! i just got off the website, here it is:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Retriever
just copy and paste it, it doesntsay it in the website but i read in a whole bunch of books that they are the smartest, most obedient, and freindly dogs around other dogs and kids/people (but they like kids better no offense)
2006-07-15 05:37:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have a golden myself, i would buy it lots of chew toys becuz both golden retrievers and labs like to chew..... alot
2006-07-15 05:31:27 · answer #4 · answered by I Heart Action Figures 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mind doing a research?
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2006-07-15 05:31:05 · answer #5 · answered by changed preferences... 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just HAVE to register with http://www.dogster.com and record his/her life from the beginning. There are great resources.
The best advice I can give is to socialise the puppy REALLY well and to reward the good and ignore the bad.
2006-07-15 05:27:31 · answer #6 · answered by MeerKatje 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try http://www.akc.org
and scroll down to golden Retrievers.... enjoy your dog!
2006-07-15 05:27:32 · answer #7 · answered by blkrose65 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
akk.org... has the information that you will need about your breed and if you look up the breed in your local library you can alos get some other information about the dog that you are going to get.
2006-07-15 05:28:26 · answer #8 · answered by karayz2004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try doing a google search I came up with this one
2006-07-15 05:29:44 · answer #9 · answered by squeeker 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
aspca.org is a great place to find your pet needs.
2006-07-15 05:26:22 · answer #10 · answered by Dolfi D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋