Yes, it is. Just imagine the situation from the point of view of your Golden Retriever. He is part of the family, often treated as “the kid”, and then, suddenly, a new creature arrives and takes all the attention of his beloved family. It is quite similar to what older children feel, when a little brother/sister arrives. One of the differences is just that the dog can’t speak English

Actually, if we are aware of this ‘problem’ in advance, the situation can be handled, but it needs consciousness and to be started in time, long before the baby’s arrival. Let’s see how we can prepare our Golden Retriever for the new family member.

If your dog’s daily routine has to be changed with the baby’s arrival (it probably will), you should start changing the rules much earlier, giving him plenty of time to get used to the new set up. This way it isn’t going to be so sudden and shocking. If your Golden Retriever hasn’t really been trained before, it’s high time to start. He should learn at least a few commands, like sit, stay, etc. This way, he’ll be easier to handle.

Many families worry about their dog endangering the health of the child, so the best thing to do is to take your pet to the vet, get him checked and get some advice. Get your Golden Retriever used to the new smells, sounds in advance (blankets, lotions, toys). It’s also a good idea, that just after your baby was born, send home a blanket that the baby had been in, so your dog can experience the child’s smell in advance. It is very important to know that your  Golden Retriever will get a lot less attention from the mother, so when taking the baby home for the first time, the mother should greet the dog, so it is better if someone else is carrying the baby.

It is also a good idea not to leave them alone together at the first times, until your Golden Retriever feels comfortable with the baby, because, for example, it is very possible that the dog won’t tolerate the child’s crying very well in the beginning. You have to teach him that this is a normal sound, and you should motivate him not to bark (with treats, for example).

And the most important rule for last, maybe it seems too obvious, but it’s still worth mentioning: try to give as much attention to your Golden Retriever as you can. The point is that he has to feel that you do care about him. If you keep this in mind, most probably there will be no problem. You could also try Preparing Fido, which is an amazing collection of Baby sounds designed especially to get your dog ready for the arrival of the new Baby!

Golden Retrievers are easily spotted and recognized by their golden-brown, water resistant coats and a smile on the faces. Their broad heads have wide but tapered muzzles with a brown nose and brown eyes that give it an intelligent and gentle expression. They have pendant, hanging ears. Having a muscular frame, shoulders and broad chest, they seem to run from one place to another without tiring for the whole day! They can stand between 21 to 24 inches and can weigh approximately 50 to 80 pounds.

Having knowledge in the basics will help you a lot when sorting the bad breeders from the good ones. Here are other tips:

Non-standard breeders will:
• Focus more on just closing the deal
• Not provide all needed documents of a purebred such as bloodline certificates
• Probably not complete the vaccinations
• Be hesitant to show the kennel for inspection

Quality breeders will always:
• Make sure you understand the health concerns of the dog with regards to hip dysplasia and skin allergies
• Keep to the breed standard and produce dogs that are loyal, obedient, energetic and friendly
• Be sure that the dogs are properly vaccinated and certified healthy
• Be in touch whenever there will be problems or concerns

These are only some of the qualities to look out for in genuine breeders. However, it may be difficult with either too many breeders or too little to approach in your area. So how about removing that difficulty as well as any apprehension you have on buying a Golden Retriever.

It’s time to contact Euro Puppy! With the experience of providing families in 80 different countries, you can be assured that you will get the best service and most of all, a genuine Golden Retriever for your home. With their focus on quality, a pool of concerned and serious dog lovers and experts contribute to the organization in developing a Golden Retriever that is what it should be. With a lifetime guarantee, you can simply relax and prepare yourself for a wonderful life with your dog!