2006-12-06 05:07:27 · 9 answers · asked by yorkican 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Yes, they are because of their thick coat. If you are planning to keep one in cold weather(such as snow) make sure she doesnt stay out too long or that could result in doggie hypothermia. What i mean by that is she shouldn't be fenced in a yard, but goes outside to do her bisness and play, and always has the option to come in. Always keep a place where, when wet or cold, she can get warm, such as a fire, heater, or a pile of blankets.
2006-12-06 05:11:49 · answer #1 · answered by spottie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Goldens do have a nice thick coat and can stay out in fairly cold weather. If you're thinking of leaving it outside most of the time, keep in mind that ALL dogs need someplace to get out of the weather. A nice insulated dog house is necessary. They also have to have water (not ice) available. You can't let it freeze in the bowl. In extreme temperatures, the dog should be brought inside.
Like someone else said, Goldens are family dogs. They need to be with their people. It's best for them to say inside with you as much as possible.
2006-12-06 14:07:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Golden and he loves the cold weather. He often can be found in our yard lying in the snow or on ice to cool off. They have a thick fur coat which keeps them warm, however, the pads of their feet and the areas between their toes are susceptible to frostbite and irritation like any other animal.
Golden's are family dogs and would prefer to be with "their people" wherever that is at the time
Doug F.
2006-12-06 13:17:43 · answer #3 · answered by Doug F 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My dogs stay outside all the year. Have some comman sense, sometimes due to extreme temps or illness or injury, you have to keep them inside.
I have run sled teams of goldens, but they are not artic dogs. Most golden breeders in MN or in MI tend to house their kennels with indoor/outdoor runs and at least a certain amount of heat, like 40's or 50's. Be sure if kept in freezing conditions, have heated water bowls available, and warm bedding like straw or shreded paper changed often. Keep an eye out for cracked pads or hair loss. If icy condition, watch out for cuts, ice is sharp.
Even cows and horses have to have shelter, in Canada they bring the cows in at night.
2006-12-06 13:15:56 · answer #4 · answered by remagin 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends on the situation. they have nice coats and i think with a properly insulated dog house a golden would be ok outside to about 25 degrees unless there's a severe wind. for long walks or runs, absolutely. as long as they're moving they're generating body heat. if the dog isn't getting on in years or showing signs of arthritis it should be ok to a point. but proper measures need to be taken to insure its health and comfort.
2006-12-06 14:23:57 · answer #5 · answered by Isis Is: HOPEFULL HOUNDS RESCUE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they are, they have a wonderful coat that will keep them warm, if they are used to warm places and you take them into a old place it will take them a few weeks to get used to and grow in their winter coats
2006-12-06 13:30:45 · answer #6 · answered by college_cowgirl80 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, as they have a long coat. But I don't think any domesticated dog was meant to "live" outside.
2006-12-06 13:10:16 · answer #7 · answered by LS 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but they still need a good warm dog house and they should still be house dogs because they need to be with you.
2006-12-06 13:29:42 · answer #8 · answered by Mary G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they definitly are they have thick fur to keep them warm!
2006-12-06 13:10:59 · answer #9 · answered by LivingInnuendo~♫ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋