Big Dog | November 10th, 2010
If you had a dog when you were a child, you will want your own children to experience the same positive feelings and you will get your children a dog. If you did not, you just have to read My First Best Friend to find out what an amazing thing a dog can be in a child’s life. Not only does a dog teach children responsibility, but it also helps them develop a healthy personality and a balanced emotional life.
However, bringing a dog into the family is not always a smart thing to do. You need to make sure that both the children and the adult members of the family are ready for a furry friend, otherwise someone is likely to get disappointed over time. You also need to make sure that you are selecting the right breed and you are treating your dog in a way that guarantees your children’s safety.
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Big Dog | July 8th, 2010

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Big Dog | December 1st, 2011
Queen Victoria of England is known to be a dog-lover, back in this Victorian era – Golden Retriever is one of the breed that was created. Several breeds were believed to be associated with the development of the Golden Retriever such as the Tweed Water Spaniel, wavy and flag-coated retrievers and lastly, a red setter. The person who got all the credit in the production of the very first dogs that were later named and known as Golden Retrievers is Dudley Marjoirbanks, Lord Tweedmouth. But contrary to that popular belief, the latest research into studbooks, aged paintings and other sources strongly propose that dogs which is closely similar to the Golden Retriever is probably a setter type that is already existing long before the Lord Tweedmouth even started to breed them in his Scottish estate or the Guisachan. In 1911, the England’s Kennel Club categorized the dogs as “Retrievers – Yellow of Golden” but 9 years later they decided to change its name to “Retriever – Golden.”

This particular breed is already registered in the American Kennel Club as early as 1925 but it is only formally acknowledged as a breed 7 years after the first registration which in 1932. From then on, Golden Retriever was rapidly known to be a very versatile dog – it can be a companion dog, working dogs or hunting dogs. Not only that, this specific breed is also a part in search and rescue team, animal-assisted therapy, detection of arson and assists the people with disability to their work. With the dog’s innate power, agility, keenness and intelligence, it is very easy for them to learn, adapt and perform almost any chore that it is being commanded to do so.
At the present, Golden Retrievers is one of the most adored and loved breeds. As a proof, it was able to sit on the 5th rank amongst the other breeds acknowledged by the American Kennel Club.
Big Dog | April 28th, 2011
The Golden Retriever is one of the most popular dog breeds in the world and this is no different in the small Middle eastern country of Qatar. The reasons to love a Golden are endless. Goldens are more affectionate than any other breed and you can’t find another breed that can be trusted with children so much.
As more and more expats settle down in Qatar with their families, the demand for Golden Retriever puppies is rising. If you are one of the people looking for a Golden puppy for sale in Qatar, you shouldn’t be too hopeful about finding a reliable breeder locally, or any at all for that matter. Most expats would look around on classified websites and import their puppy from abroad. However, if it’s your first time, you are guaranteed to run into difficulties when handling shipping arrangements and dealing with the bureaucratic requirements of local authorities.
If you have the means, you’d be much better off hiring a reputable company that can take care of the whole thing and save yourself a lot of hassle. Euro Puppy, the puppy finder company, has recently launched it’s website dedicated to offering puppies for sale for Qatar residents. It explains the adoption process in a very detailed way so it is a good idea to check it out even if you decide to arrange shipping yourself.
Big Dog | March 8th, 2011
One of the most famous and memorable appearance of the Golden Retriever breed is in the film Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993). In this Hollywood production we get to know 3 children, who goes on a trip to San Francisco after they parents’ wedding, leaving their pets – Chance, the American Bulldog, Shadow, an older Golden Retriever and Sessy, a Himalayan cat at their friend’s farm for the week. Sadly, the animals think that they were abandoned, therefore Shadow decides to set out and find his little master, Peter, the oldest son in the family. The aristocratic cat and the reluctant dog follow him and they head into the dangerous and unknown wilderness. After lots of adventures finally they all manage to reuinte with their anxious owners.
In real life, the Golden Retriever is very much similar to the dog in this film, the breed is friendly, eager to plase, intelligent and is fond of other animals and children as well, so they are great family pets.
Do you know any other famous Golden Retriever dogs? Post a comment with your story!
Big Dog | October 20th, 2010
If you would like to be the proud owner of an energetic, friendly, patient and yet beautiful, furry companion, then Golden Retriever is one of the best choices for you. This breed is obedient, polite and also very intelligent; therefore they are really easy to train. In many cases they can serve as therapy or service dogs as well.
Golden Retrievers have a golden, double coat that is dense, firm and either wavy or straight. The long hair causes heavy shredding; therefore the dog’s coat requires daily and extensive brushing. Sadly, this breed is prone to health issues like skin allergies, overweight and hip dysplasia.
The breed is a devoted family companion that loves children and other dogs and pets in the family. They don’t like being alone, so the best is if there’s always someone around them – the bigger the family, the better. They rarely drool, but they tend to bark when they greet the homecoming members of the family.
All in all, Golden Retrievers are good for big families who live in a house with at least a small yard and would like to take care of a playful and sweet companion and they are also able to please the dog with long, daily walks or fetching.
I hope this short introduction will help you decide to choose your perfect companion.
Big Dog | September 29th, 2010
If you are a dog owner, you probably remember the time you bought your first puppy. It is not easy to forget all the thinking, research, weighing pros and cons and the inevitable fear of not making the right decision when you buy a puppy.
If you are about to buy a puppy you are probably in the middle of this process and are reading an article that may save you a lot of hassle.
When it comes to making decisions that will effect our lives for more than a decade, we sometimes find that we just simply don’t have the intellectual capacity to consider every single factor that will influence the outcome. It is the same when buying a puppy.
“Factors To Consider When Picking Your Perfect Puppy” does a great job at pointing out the most important aspects of making such a long term commitment. It is brief, easy to understand, gives you all the essentials in a nutshell and it is free to download and share.
Big Dog | September 10th, 2010
Golden Retievers were developed in the 1800’s by a British aristocrat, Lord Tweedmouth. The goal was to create a hunting dog, which doesn’t only work well, but looks beautiful too. For the crossing they used Tweed Water Spaniel, Newfoundland, Irish Setters and different kinds of water Spaniels. The result speaks for itself: a highly intelligent, wonderful companion was born, which became one of the most popular dogs all over the world.
The first Golden Retriever Club was formed in 1908 and they were brought to America in the 1920’s and the first one was registered in AKC in 1925.

Photo: Retrieverman’s weblog
Big Dog | August 25th, 2010
Are you a fan of dog shows? Do you like Golden Retrievers? Check out the winners of the Golden Retriever European Dog Show of 2009!
Big Dog | August 18th, 2010

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