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Originally Posted by OMG!WTF!

I'm friends with a golden breeder/trainer in Okotoks. She puts a great deal of work in to genetic testing before she breeds. I would make sure both parents are vet checked and cleared to breed as my number one requirement. She has way more people wanting to buy than she ever will have puppies. It's hard to get a puppy anywhere right now.

Goldens are very easy to be around but I'm always amazed at how much exercise they can handle. They are amazing athletes and can go all day. We do 6 hour hikes in the mountains, sleep for an hour on the way home and then he is ready to go again. Your golden will accommodate your lifestyle and doesn't need all day every day activity. But on the other hand a half hour leash walk twice a day isn't going to cut it.

They are hunters and will go after anything that moves...squirrels are number one. Birds for sure. But also deer, cows, bears et al. If you go on any sort of adventures you will have to keep him or her safe. But if you can channel that into something constructive you will have a very happy dog.

Males are much more affectionate and cuddly. They also stay much closer to you when off leash. The girls are gone and have a mind of their own. They can be difficult to recall. They also like a little more of their own space and are not as sucky as the males.

They are so smart too. And they speak a language all their own. If you can figure it out it's an amazing bond you will have. They're beautiful. I love all dogs and have been around several breeds. And I realize people are biased towards their particular breed. But goldens are very special.

Not just Golden's