Bailey Jo.
The Breed: Golden Retriever
We are dedicated to providing loyal, sweet-tempered Golden Retriever puppies that will make wonderful companions for many years. We use genetic testing to ensure our puppies have the best chance for a long and healthy life. We use an English Cream sire with a premier pedigree for all our litters, as we love the light-colored coats of the English Cream and their sweet dispositions.
Sweet Natured
Premier pedigree
Genetic Testing
Genetic testing: We utilize genetic testing on our girls and boys and carefully choose their matings to ensure our puppies have the best chance of a long healthy life.
Premier pedigree: Our breeding pairs are carefully selected based on their pedigrees so that our puppies will have the best genetics that we can possibly provide!
Light coats: We love the light-colored coats of the English Cream and their sweet natures! Our girls range from light golden to almost white.
What to Expect When Caring for a Golden Retriever
Having a dog is not just a privilege, but also a responsibility. Dogs require us to provide them with at least food and shelter, and they are worthy of much more. When choosing to bring a dog into your life, you must be prepared to take on the commitment that is required.
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Golden Retrievers are generally robust dogs, and trustworthy breeders will check their breeding dogs for health issues like elbow and hip dysplasia, eye problems such as juvenile cataracts, pigmentary uveitis, and progressive retinal atrophy, and heart conditions like subvalvular aortic stenosis. It's crucial to examine their ears weekly for any signs of infection and regularly brush their teeth.
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Golden Retrievers shed their dense, waterproof double coat periodically, usually once or twice a year. Additionally, they shed moderately all year round. A weekly brushing session with a slicker brush can usually remove most of the loose hair before it falls on your furniture. When they shed heavily, daily brushing may be necessary. Bathing helps to loosen the shed hairs, but it's essential to ensure the dog is fully dry before brushing. Goldens only need occasional baths to maintain cleanliness. Like all breeds, it's essential to regularly trim their nails.
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Golden Retrievers, like many other Sporting breeds, require plenty of daily physical activity. An under-exercised Golden may exhibit undesirable behavior. These dogs make fantastic running or biking partners, but it's advisable to consult a veterinarian before engaging in strenuous or high-impact activities that could stress their bones and joints. Many Golden Retrievers enjoy getting their exercise through hunting expeditions or field trials and participating in canine sports like agility, obedience, and tracking.
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Like all breeds, it's recommended to start socialization and puppy training early. Exposing the puppy to a diverse range of people, places, and experiences between 7 weeks and 4 months will assist in the development of a well-behaved and well-adjusted adult Golden Retriever. Puppy training classes also play a role in the socialization process and aid the owner in identifying and correcting any emerging bad habits. Obedience training strengthens the connection between the dog and owner as Golden Retrievers are highly social, devoted, and eager to please their humans. This makes them very receptive to training.
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Feeding your Golden Retriever a high-quality, age-appropriate dog food (puppy, adult, or senior) will provide all the necessary nutrients for the breed. Some Goldens are prone to weight gain, so monitor their calorie intake and weight levels. Offer treats in moderation, as they can be a useful tool in training, but excessive treats can lead to obesity. Limit table scraps, especially cooked bones and high-fat foods, and be informed about which human foods are safe and unsafe for dogs. Consult with your veterinarian if you have any concerns regarding your dog's diet or weight.
Our Difference
Why English Cream Golden Retrievers?
The English Cream Golden Retriever is often promoted as having better health, a better temperament, and a longer lifespan, leading to the assumption that they are more valuable than their golden-colored counterparts bred in North America. There is ongoing research comparing the European and American genetics of Golden Retrievers and we continuously educate ourselves about the breed.
History of the Breed by AKC
The Golden Retriever, a Scottish gun dog of stunning beauty, is one of the most popular dog breeds in America. Known for their versatility, they excel in hunting and fieldwork, serving as guides for the blind and in search-and-rescue operations, excel in obedience and other competitive events, and display an endearing love of life when not working. The Golden Retriever is a strong, muscular dog of medium size, recognizable by its dense, golden coat, which gives the breed its name. The friendly, intelligent eyes, short ears, and straight muzzle are defining characteristics of the breed's broad head. In motion, Goldens move with a fluid, powerful gait, and carry their feathery tail with a "merry action." Outgoing, trustworthy, and eager to please, Golden Retrievers make great family pets and are relatively easy to train. They approach life with playfulness and retain this puppy-like behavior into adulthood. These energetic gun dogs love outdoor activities and, as a breed designed to retrieve waterfowl for hours on end, enjoy swimming and playing fetch.