The history of Golden Retrievers is one of luck, extinct breeds, myths, and prejudice. Here’s how the breed got started: Golden Retrievers were first bred by Lord Tweedmouth in Scotland in 1868. He bred a Tweed Water Spaniel and a Wavy-Coated Retriever together to create the first litter of Golden Retrievers. But there’s much more … Read more
So you want to adopt a Golden Retriever in (or near) Connecticut? That’s amazing! They’re adorable, sweet, loyal dogs that will bring lots of joy to you and your family. However, they can be a little hard to find, especially these days. It seems like everyone wants to rescue a Golden! So in this post, … Read more
Looking to adopt a Golden Retriever in Iowa? Yay! One lucky Golden is about to be a very happy pup. But since it can be tough to find a Golden Retriever that needs to be rescued, this article will show you: The main Golden Retriever rescue in Iowa Golden Retriever Rescues near Iowa 3 other … Read more
Trying to decide if you should get a male or female Golden Retriever? If you’ve decided on a Golden, then you’ve already won — you can’t go wrong because (although we’re a little biased) Golden Retrievers are the best dogs in the world. But there are some slight differences between the two genders that you … Read more
At three months of age, Golden Retriever puppies get a little more confident, mischievous, and, of course, bigger! They’ve usually been in their new homes for several weeks and, although they’re still a baby, they’re figuring things out and getting the lay of the land with their forever family. As a puppy parent, you might … Read more
Thinking about getting a SpiritDog Training course? If you’re tired of having a reactive dog, wish your dog would behave in public, or want to be prepared for a new puppy, then one of these courses might be the right one for you. But purchasing a course and, more important, deciding who to trust with … Read more
Is there anything cuter than a two-month-old Golden Retriever puppy? At eight weeks old, they are absolutely, impossibly, unbearably adorable! Around two months of age is when many owners will bring their new companion home, so it’s a good idea to know what to expect beyond the fact that your phone will be full of … Read more
Hey future Golden Retriever owner! Looking to adopt a Golden? In this post, you’ll see the best Golden Retriever rescues in and around Tennessee. But since Goldens are so popular these days, many of the rescues have long waitlists, or have even stopped accepting new applicants. So you’ll also find three sneaky ways to find … Read more
Looking to rescue a Golden Retriever? You’ve come to the right place! In this post, you’ll see a list of the best Golden Retriever rescues in and around New York. But since they’re so popular, they can be hard to find! So you’ll also learn 3 bonus ways to find a rescue Golden (even if … Read more
Hey there, future Golden Retriever owner! Looking for where you can adopt a Golden Retriever in South Carolina? You’ve come to the right place! In this post, you’ll find a list of the top four Golden Retriever rescues in and near South Carolina. But since these rescues often have a long waitlist, you’ll also learn … Read more