Is a Labrador Retriever the Right Dog Breed for You?

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

If you want a dog that has a bubbly personality and a strong desire to make you happy, you may want to consider buying a Labrador Retriever. Of course, these big, exuberant dogs aren’t for everyone. Before you buy one of these roly-poly little puppies, you may want to consider some of the plusses and minuses of the breed. Read more

Is a Golden Retriever the Right Dog Breed for You?

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

So, you read THE WATCHER a dozen times, you’ve seen Golden Retrievers working as guide dogs, and now you want to buy a Golden Retriever puppy of your own. However, before you bring one of these cuddly yellow fuzz balls home, you need to be sure a Golden Retriever is really the right dog for you and your family. Read more

About the Irish Setter

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

The Irish Setter is one of the most popular breeds of setters. This setter is elegant and beautiful. Irish Setters, which originated in Ireland, were bred primarily to work with hunters to hunt game birds. Read more

Is a Cocker Spaniel Right for You?

November 22, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

The Cocker Spaniel is such a pretty, graceful dog in the show ring that it is hard to imagine that this breed was developed to be a working dog. However, before Cocker Spaniels were bred for their long, flowing coats, these bouncy little dogs were developed to be able to work tirelessly alongside hunters and sportsmen. Today, the spunky little Cocker has few of its former hunting instincts. Instead, this breed has become popular as a family pet. Read more

Golden Retrievers - Vaccinations, Worth The Risk?

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Like much else today, whether to give your dog vaccinations is a matter of some controversy. Getting objective information is difficult because there are so many advocates on both sides of the question. Some even sound reasonable. Those who might be concerned about the issue will want to do their own research to get as clear a view as possible. Read more

Golden Retriever - Temperament and Behavior

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

The image of a friendly, active Golden Retriever is familiar to anyone who has seen a magazine ad or TV commercial. And there’s a good reason that breed features prominently in so many of them: it’s all true! Read more

Golden Retrievers - Spaying Your Female Golden

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Since surgery is involved, the decision to spay your female Golden Retriever is a very serious one. There are benefits and risks whichever option you pick. Read more

Golden Retrievers - Socializing Your Golden

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Many dogs are deliberately not socialized - guard dogs, some guide dogs, drug sniffing dogs and others who have specialized duties. Many others simply live with people who don’t regard it as important enough to bother about. Many animals from shelters have had unpleasant experiences, making the task more difficult. Read more

Golden Retrievers - Neutering Your Male Golden

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Neutering a male Golden Retriever may be common practice, but it is still serious surgery and carries risks and benefits. Weighing them carefully will result in the best decision for you and your pet. Read more

Golden Retrievers - Housebreaking Tips For Goldens

November 16, 2008 by Austin Pawers · Leave a Comment 

Housebreaking is something anyone will want to do no matter the breed of dog they own. Fortunately for the human companions of Golden Retrievers, that’s a much easier task with these intelligent, eager to please pups. Read more

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