The Advantages Of Owning A Golden Retriever Rescue Dog

Most Golden Retrievers at the time of adoption can be expected to be around the age of two years old. It originally was trained as a sporting and hunting dog breed and therefore is very loyal and loves to follow its owner around. These dogs love to be near water at all times so it’s a great idea to set them free in a pool as they enjoy swimming. They love to be near the shade with a fresh cool breeze as they have thick long coats. The animal matures around the age of three years. Unfortunately, many Golden Retrievers are deficient in socializing and manners due to an unstable background. However, a loving and responsible owner can easily offset this fact by investing some money into a dog obedience school. This is a great opportunity for animal and owner to build their relationship.

Most Golden Retrievers from a rescue are no older than two years and anyone wanting a puppy must find a qualified breeder. The majority of rescues have already spayed or neutered, provided up to date vaccinations and have tested for heartworm and intestinal parasites. Often they will ask the new owner for a minimum donation to offset costs.

Potential owners will be evaluated for their suitability for adopting a Golden Retriever. The dog requires sufficient exercise on a regular and daily basis and needs to be matched with a loving and active owner. Possible adopters must give a lot of thought when choosing a pet especially a Golden Retriever as it has high energy and would be a bit rough with small children. The dog can be quite messy with plenty of shedding and drooling. However, the dog is an extremely loyal companion and will follow its owner around everywhere. Selecting a pet should never be a snap decision and if things fall apart the animal will be the real loser.

In general a Golden Retriever rescue dog is an excellent companion for an active adult and because of their size and high energy they tend to be a bit rough with children. The dog is playful, full of energy and very loyal at the same time. A Golden Retriever has a long coat and can be expected to shed at least twice a year. The dog is prone to skin problems and requires a high quality premium food to offset future problems and it’s best to buy dog food from a good pet supply store rather than your local grocer. They require a yearly heartworm test and monthly heartworm preventative in order to prevent the dog from acquiring a potential parasitical infestation.

A Golden Retriever rescue dogs are usually already housebroken. However, they tend to be messy drinkers and will drool up a storm! They tend to be an ill-fitted outdoor animal and make even lousier guard dogs. If the dog is separated from its family it tends to develop emotional and behavioral problems.

Carol Matthews is an animal and loving volunteer who has experience fostering and running an animal rescue. This article will discuss the basics of what to expect with the Golden Retriever rescue dog. Golden Retriever information includes the fact that it is a hunting dog by breed and makes for an active, playful and fun loving pet.