Golden Retriever: What the Golden Retriever Experts Know....That You Don't

By The Golden Retriever Circle

Discover how you can raise a happy and healthy golden retriever in less time, even if you have never trained a dog.

Are you a golden retriever parent and want to know how to take better care of your goldie?

Does your golden have certain fears and phobias that negatively affect it?

Is your golden really aggressive or too energetic?

You are not alone; these are some of the questions many golden retriever owners like you have.

You see, raising and training your golden retriever doesn't have to be a confusing journey.

The problem is, most dog training books only talk about the general things of training your dog.

These books give general advice and techniques without diving into the details and needs of certain breeds. 

But don't different breeds have differences in temperaments, health problems, and subtle characteristics?

According to Science Magazine, dog breeds have distinct personalities that are rooted in DNA.

So that is why all of us at The Golden Retriever Circle have gathered some of the best golden-retriever-specific advice and put them into this book.

Here is just a tiny fraction of what you will learn in this book:

• Expert golden-retriever-specific strategies and advice, without having to hire a professional dog trainer
• 9 common phobias your golden might have – and how to overcome all of them – Page 67
• One simple, yet powerful trick (used by famous celebrity dog trainers) to calm a hyper dog – Page 93
• Are golden retrievers the smartest dog breed? Our comprehensive breed comparison will tell you – Page 41
• Why is your golden retriever acting aggressively? Learn why this might be your fault – Page 103
• What makes golden retriever unique to other breeds? – Page 43
• What to do when your goldie experiences fear – Page 73
• 4 proven strategies to reduce aggressive behavior – one of them might shock you! – Page 107
• Has your dog stopped eating? Find out why and learn 8 crucial solutions to bring back your dog's appetite – Page 51
• Find out why your golden is gaining too much weight and learn two ways to help him lose weight in less time! – Page 113
• Why does my golden retriever have cancer? It's probably not what you think it is – Page 131
• 4 crucial steps to prevent cancer from developing in your golden retriever – Page 132

You should definitely know how to deal with the physical and behavioral issues in a golden retriever -not just dogs in general.

Take a brief moment and imagine how you'll feel once you learn and apply these nuggets of wisdom.

And how your family and friends will react when your golden retriever rapidly improves.

So, if you doubt yourself…think again.

If you want to enjoy being a Golden Retriever parent to the fullest, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.

• Language: English
• Publisher: The Golden Retriever Circle
• Release date: Dec 27, 2019
• ISBN: 9781393016458

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Golden Retriever

What the Golden Retriever Experts Know – That You Don’t

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Our Goal

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My Golden Retriever Story - Scooby

Chapter One: Basic Breed Information of Golden Retrievers

Characteristics and Behaviors of the Breed

Personality Traits

Temperament

A Brief History of the Golden Retriever

Popularity of the Breed

Chapter Two: Three Different Types of Golden Retrievers

British Golden Retrievers

Canadian Golden Retrievers

American Golden Retriever

The Different Colors of Golden Retrievers

Can Golden Retrievers Change Color Over the Course of Their Lifetime?

Chapter Three: Good Ways to Care for Your Golden Retriever and Keep It Healthy

Setting up

Feeding

Handling

Washing

Cleaning

Caring

Dog-Proofing Your Home

Different Stages of a Golden’s Life:

Ways of Caring for Each Stage

Chapter Four: Are Golden Retrievers Smarter Than Other Breeds?

A Comparison of Golden Retrievers to Other Breeds

Suitable Environment for Golden Retrievers

What Makes Goldens Unique?

Behavior Compared to Other Breeds

How Popular are Goldens?

What Makes Them So Popular?

Why Should You Have a Golden Retriever in Your Family?

Hunting and Why They Are Suitable for Retrieving Game

What Else Do They Retrieve?

Chapter Five: Dealing with a Dog That Won’t Eat Anything

Probable Causes of Not Eating

Solutions to Bring Back your Dog’s Appetite

Chapter Six: Certain Fears and Phobias

Common Fear or Phobias

Chapter Seven: Help your Dog Get Through Fear

Genetics

Under Socialization

Prenatal Environment

Classical Conditioning

Fear of Certain Types of People

Adopting a Dog from an Abusive Environment

When Your Golden Retriever Is Scared

Growling and Barking Then Retreating Out of Fear

Body Language and Fear

Causes of Fear and Anxiety

Fear and Anxiety in Golden Retrievers

How to Prevent Fear?

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Chapter Eight: Dealing with an Energetic, Bossy, and Bite-y Golden Retriever Puppy

Rewarding your Golden

What does your Pup Really Want?

Wear your Puppy Out

Are Goldens an Active Breed of Dog?

How Much Energy is Too Much?

Common Causes of Too Much Energy

Ways to Cure This and Prevent This from Getting Worse

How Much Exercise Does a Golden Retriever Need?

Chapter Nine: Dealing with an Aggressive Golden Retriever

How to Solve and Deal with Aggression

Strategies and Techniques to Deal with Aggression

Is it Common to Find an Aggressive Golden Retriever?

Different Types of Aggression

Ways to Measure Aggression in your Dog

Possible Causes of Aggression

Chapter Ten: Golden Retrievers and Weight Issues

Causes of Weight Gain in Golden Retrievers

Health Problems Associated to Weight Gain

Diet and Nutrition for a Healthy Golden Retriever

Best Types of Exercises for Golden Retrievers

Frequency of Exercises

Chapter Eleven: Cancer in Golden Retrievers

How Common is Cancer in Golden Retrievers?

How to Prevent Cancer?

What Age Do Golden Retrievers Get Cancer?

Signs of Cancer in Golden Retrievers

Common Reason for Death in Golden Retrievers

Chapter Twelve: Golden Retrievers and Water

Behavior Characteristics That Cause Them to Love Water

Danger in Water

Activities to Do with Your Golden in the Water

Chapter Thirteen: Incontinence Issues

Golden Retrievers and Incontinence

Causes of Urinary Incontinence

How to Deal with Incontinence?

How to Manage Urinary Incontinence?

Dog Diapers

How to Use Dog Diapers?

Pros and Cons

Chapter Fourteen: Ways to Mentally Stimulate Your Golden Retriever

Benefits of Mental Stimulation and How Does It Affect Your Dog’s Brain?

Different Activities and Games

Activities

Always Use Positive Reinforcement

Toys and Treats for Dogs

Brain Games

The Long-Term Benefits of Mental Stimulation

Conclusion

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About The Golden Retriever Circle

This book is dedicated to all golden retriever owners. Our mission is to help each and every owner to have a stronger relationship with their golden retriever.

Introduction

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK you for choosing this book, Golden Retriever - What the Experts Know About Golden Retrievers – That You Don’t. We hope you find this book informative in your quest to learn about one of the most loved breeds of dogs - the golden retriever.

You may have found this book because either you have just adopted or bought a new golden retriever. Or maybe you already own a goldie and need some help or want to improve on some areas of their behavior and habit. Or maybe you simply want to learn more information to help improve your relationship with your furry bundle of joy.

Whatever the reason is, if you are reading this book, you probably have or plan to get a golden retriever for your home. And why wouldn't you? They are among the most loved breed of dogs across the world. They have an amazingly friendly temperament and are a pure pleasure to look at. Everyone knows how good-natured and easy to please a retriever usually is. This is why they make great companions and are also involved in different roles like service dogs for physically handicapped people, therapy dogs, and search and rescue dogs.

Golden retrievers tend to have a deeply embedded devotion to the family they live with and you can depend on them to stay by your side until the end. Even on your worst days these little balls of fur can make you smile. The way they take care of you in certain ways encourages you to have the same obligation towards them too. This is why it is important to learn about your dog as much as possible. You can learn what its needs and requirements are in this book along with an expert’s guide on how to train the dog well.

When you first get your golden retriever, it can be a little frustrating to get him trained, but it is not impossible at all. Rescuing a golden retriever has never been a decision people regret. All the chapters in this book will help you cover the different areas that you may be concerned about. Everything from the history of this breed to training them to fetch is given here. This book also covers many other in-depth topics on golden retrievers such as cancer in golden retriever, fears and phobias, and much more.

Training and understanding the retriever is just like getting used to a newborn child but fairly easier. If you just put in a little consistent time and effort, then you will have the perfect companion for yourself. No two dogs are exactly the same, but all golden retrievers have some common traits, and this will help you understand your dog.

Retrievers grow up fast and catch up quickly, so you need to keep up your pace as well. You might have received a lot of advice from others, but it won't always work for you just because it worked for them. However, you can put aside your worries and use this book to help you build a great relationship with your furry companion and take care of him as much as he takes care of you. This book was written after studying the behavior and temperament of golden retrievers.

Our Goal

OUR GOAL HERE AT THE Golden Retriever Circle is to help you learn more about your golden retriever by giving you proven expert strategies and techniques to help you understand your golden retriever much better. It is our mission to help you the owner have a stronger relationship with your golden retriever, or any other dog that is in your life. Because we believe the bond between you and your dog is one of the most cherished and fulfilling relationships you could ever have.

There are many books and training resources out there being sold, but very few cater specifically toward golden retrievers. That is why we have taken the extra step to provide you with as much information pertaining specifically to goldens.