Practical, straight-answer Golden Retriever guides — behaviour, health, care and the everyday questions owners ask.https://www.thehappygolden.com/enWed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.thehappygolden.com/famous-golden-retrievers/https://www.thehappygolden.com/famous-golden-retrievers/When I say ‘Famous Golden Retrievers’, what do you think? There are a few different perceptions of fame that I’ll be covering.Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-christmas-movies/https://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-christmas-movies/When December rolls around everyone’s minds turn to Christmas trees, turkeys and traditions, there are so many ways to get into the Christmas spirit.Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-much-exercise-does-a-golden-retriever-need/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-much-exercise-does-a-golden-retriever-need/Golden Retrievers are very active and need 1 to 2 hours of exercise a day plus playtime. How working and show lines differ, and what puppies and seniors need.Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-family-dogs/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-family-dogs/The short answer here is yes – Golden Retrievers make good family dogs.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-cats/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-cats/Golden Retrievers are usually good with cats as long as they’ve been properly trained, socialised, and exercised.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-chickens/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-chickens/Yes, Golden Retrievers are usually good with chickens – but only if they’ve been trained.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-other-dogs/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-other-dogs/Yes, Golden Retrievers are so friendly that they’re good with anyone whether that’s another dog, person, or animal.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-rabbits/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-rabbits/Some Golden Retrievers are good with rabbits – but that’s not to say that you should just throw the two animals together.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-protective/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-protective/Golden Retrievers are loyal dogs, but they aren’t normally very aggressive – which means that they don’t make the best guard dogs.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-rawhide-chews-safe-for-golden-retrievers/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-rawhide-chews-safe-for-golden-retrievers/Rawhide chews can be safe for Golden Retrievers, but it depends on what kind of rawhide it is, how it’s been made, and where it’s come from.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-stairs-bad-for-golden-retrievers/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-stairs-bad-for-golden-retrievers/Stairs aren’t necessarily bad for young, healthy Golden Retrievers, but they can be a problem for little pups or elderly Golden Retrievers.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/best-toys-for-golden-retrievers/https://www.thehappygolden.com/best-toys-for-golden-retrievers/Golden Retrievers love to play – it’s essential for their mental stimulation and to help meet their daily exercise quota.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/can-golden-retrievers-be-vegetarian/https://www.thehappygolden.com/can-golden-retrievers-be-vegetarian/Yes, Golden Retrievers can be vegetarians, but they won’t thrive on a vegetarian diet.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/can-golden-retrievers-swim/https://www.thehappygolden.com/can-golden-retrievers-swim/Yes, Golden Retrievers can swim – not only that but they also typically love being in the water and are usually excellent swimmers.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-drool/https://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-drool/Yes, Golden Retrievers do drool. This is a natural action and can be caused by a bunch of reasons such as excitement, hunger, or after exercise.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-like-hot-weather/https://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-like-hot-weather/Golden Retrievers like hot weather as long as it isn’t too hot and precautions are taken.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-like-snow/https://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-like-snow/Yes, Golden Retrievers love snow and their double coat keeps them warm. What to check first, the signs they’re too cold, and why they shouldn’t eat it.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-like-to-cuddle/https://www.thehappygolden.com/do-golden-retrievers-like-to-cuddle/Yes, Golden Retrievers love to cuddle! They’re highly affectionate and intelligent dogs that thrive from interaction with their owners.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retrievers-ear-problems/https://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retrievers-ear-problems/Golden Retrievers are prone to getting ear infections – it’s a common issue that affects floppy-eared breeds.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-long-can-a-golden-retriever-be-left-alone/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-long-can-a-golden-retriever-be-left-alone/An adult Golden Retriever should only be left alone for 4-6 hours at a time, and they should never go past 8 hours home alone.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-often-should-a-golden-retriever-be-groomed/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-often-should-a-golden-retriever-be-groomed/Golden Retrievers need to be groomed regularly. It’s a vital part of their care – as much as feeding them and taking them for walks is essential.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/is-a-golden-retriever-right-for-me/https://www.thehappygolden.com/is-a-golden-retriever-right-for-me/Golden Retrievers are wonderful dogs, but not for everyone. A checklist of the money, space, time and lifestyle questions to answer before bringing one home.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/when-do-golden-retriever-puppies-start-walking/https://www.thehappygolden.com/when-do-golden-retriever-puppies-start-walking/Golden Retriever puppies will start walking around the three weeks mark.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/when-do-golden-retrievers-stop-teething/https://www.thehappygolden.com/when-do-golden-retrievers-stop-teething/Golden Retrievers will stop teething when they’re between six and eight months old.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/when-to-spay-a-golden-retriever/https://www.thehappygolden.com/when-to-spay-a-golden-retriever/If you have a pet Golden Retriever and you’re not intending to breed from her, should you have her spayed?Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-faces-turn-white/https://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-faces-turn-white/Your Golden Retriever’s face will naturally turn white (or grey) as they get older.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-have-a-bump-on-their-head/https://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-have-a-bump-on-their-head/A bump on the back of a Golden Retriever’s head is normal – it’s called an occiput and it’s a protuberance that’s purpose is to protect their skull from…Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-sleep-on-their-back/https://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-sleep-on-their-back/Do you ever look down at your Golden Retriever and see them sprawled out on their back?Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-snarl/https://www.thehappygolden.com/why-do-golden-retrievers-snarl/Golden Retrievers are quite possibly one of the sweetest dog breeds you will ever meet so it can be quite alarming if you notice your Golden Retriever…Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/why-does-my-golden-retriever-pant-so-much/https://www.thehappygolden.com/why-does-my-golden-retriever-pant-so-much/Panting is normal behaviour for Golden Retrievers, one that might be seen more often depending on the cause or situation.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/why-does-my-golden-retriever-sit-on-me/https://www.thehappygolden.com/why-does-my-golden-retriever-sit-on-me/One of the biggest reasons why your Golden Retriever is sitting on you is because they want attention.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/why-is-my-golden-retrievers-nose-pink/https://www.thehappygolden.com/why-is-my-golden-retrievers-nose-pink/Typically, Golden Retrievers have black noses. However, in some cases, their noses can turn pink or brown.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/dogs-that-look-like-golden-retrievers/https://www.thehappygolden.com/dogs-that-look-like-golden-retrievers/Golden Retrievers are one of a kind – from their long swishy tails to their distinct colouring and sweet-natured personality.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-genetic-problems-and-illnesses/https://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-genetic-problems-and-illnesses/Golden Retrievers live 10 to 12 years but are prone to conditions that cut that short. The genetic problems to know about, and the signs to look out for.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-fast-can-a-golden-retriever-run/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-fast-can-a-golden-retriever-run/Fully grown Golden Retrievers can run (at a sprint) around 30 to 35 mph (miles per hour).Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-much-should-my-golden-retriever-weigh/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-much-should-my-golden-retriever-weigh/The weight of your Golden Retriever will fluctuate throughout their lives.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-often-to-bathe-a-golden-retriever/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-often-to-bathe-a-golden-retriever/Bathe a Golden Retriever about every 6 weeks and never less often than every 8. Too often strips the coat’s oils; too rarely means mats and smells.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/when-do-golden-retrievers-calm-down/https://www.thehappygolden.com/when-do-golden-retrievers-calm-down/Most Golden Retrievers calm down between 2 and 4 years old, though some stay puppyish for life. What affects it, and how to help an excitable Golden settle.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-vs-labrador/https://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-vs-labrador/Golden Retrievers and Labradors are similar in many ways – especially in build and size (which is why some people mistake one for the other).Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/male-vs-female-golden-retrievers/https://www.thehappygolden.com/male-vs-female-golden-retrievers/If you’re wondering what the differences are between male and female Golden Retrievers, you’ve come to the right place.Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-kids/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-good-with-kids/Golden Retrievers are usually great with kids: protective, intelligent and affectionate. Why they suit family life, and the rare exceptions to watch for.Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-hypoallergenic/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-hypoallergenic/No, Golden Retrievers aren’t hypoallergenic: they have a double coat and shed heavily. But allergies vary by dog, and there are ways to live with one anyway.Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-smart/https://www.thehappygolden.com/are-golden-retrievers-smart/Yes, Golden Retrievers are one of the smartest dog breeds (ranked around 4th in the world).Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-bite-force/https://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-bite-force/A Golden Retriever’s bite force is around 190 PSI (pounds per square inch).Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/where-do-golden-retrievers-come-from/https://www.thehappygolden.com/where-do-golden-retrievers-come-from/Golden Retrievers come from the Scottish Highlands, bred in the 19th century by Lord Tweedmouth to retrieve game. How they became a family favourite.Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/great-names-for-your-golden-retriever/https://www.thehappygolden.com/great-names-for-your-golden-retriever/The best names for a Golden Retriever, and how to pick one: syllables, whether it sounds like a command, and whether you’d shout it across a park.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/which-human-foods-are-dangerous-for-my-golden-retriever/https://www.thehappygolden.com/which-human-foods-are-dangerous-for-my-golden-retriever/The human foods that are dangerous for Golden Retrievers, from onions and garlic to macadamia nuts, with the symptoms to watch for and what is safe to share.Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-to-get-a-golden-retriever-puppy/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-to-get-a-golden-retriever-puppy/Getting a Golden Retriever puppy doesn’t just mean getting the first puppy you come across, it also means asking all the right questions (like asking…Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/can-you-have-a-golden-retriever-in-a-flat-apartment/https://www.thehappygolden.com/can-you-have-a-golden-retriever-in-a-flat-apartment/Yes, you can have a Golden Retriever in a flat or apartment as long as you are mindful of their needs.Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-long-do-golden-retrievers-live-for/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-long-do-golden-retrievers-live-for/A healthy Golden Retriever lives 10 to 12 years on average. What shortens or extends that, how to work out your dog’s age, and how to keep them healthy.Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/how-much-do-golden-retrievers-cost-to-buy/https://www.thehappygolden.com/how-much-do-golden-retrievers-cost-to-buy/At the time of writing this, the average cost to buy a Golden Retriever in the UK is between £3000 and £4000.Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-hip-elbow-scores-explained/https://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-hip-elbow-scores-explained/When you’re getting a new Golden Retriever, you should be checking that certain tests have been carried out.Thu, 08 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAlliehttps://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-heat-cycles-explained/https://www.thehappygolden.com/golden-retriever-heat-cycles-explained/Once the initial excitement of bringing home a beautiful new Golden Retriever pup wears off you may have a few questions regarding her heat cycles.Wed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMTAllie