Golden Retriever Breeder

So, you've done the research and decided that the golden retriever is the right dog for you. You have wisely decided to bypass the poor quality Goldens available at many pet shops and with a reputable breeder. But, how do you find one? With Golden Retrievers as one of the country's favorite dogs, there are more than a few shady breeders out there in this for the love of money and not the love of the breed. Finding a knowledgeable breeder with quality dogs can be challenging. But, being able to live the next 15 years of your life with a dog with a healthy personality and body is worth the effort. 

The best way to find a quality Golden Retriever is an educated buyer. Learn everything you can about the breed especially when it comes to their health and temperament. Although Goldens are an amazing breed of dog that does not mean they are free from problems. Actually, many Goldens have health problems like bad hips known as hip dysplasia caused by bad breeding. If you are looking to buy a golden retriever puppy, it is of the utmost importance to find a breeder that the parents of the puppy checked by the OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) for the symptoms of this disease. This is an X-ray based diagnostic protocol that a reputable breeder is aware of. There should be no excuses why a breeding pair would not be controlled, regardless of what a shady breeder might say. A reputable breeder would be willing to show you one of the newspapers to verify that their dogs are in good health. Other health concerns for golden retrievers are cataracts. A breeding pair should also be checked to ensure they are not passing on the genes that cause these problems for the dog later in life.

Typically a reputable breeder loves to take about their breed of dog. They would not mind discussing their breeding pair with you or what sort of competitions or ribbons they have won. They will not shy away from allowing you to spend time with their breeding pair to get a feel for the personality traits that your puppy will inherit. A key to understanding if you have found a quality breeder is to find out what they are looking for as far as a home for the puppies they have for sale. If their top priority is to find their puppies a good loving home, you know that you have found a good breeder. They should also be willing to take the puppy back without a reimbursement if for some reason you can no longer take care of your puppy.

Finding a good breeder Golden Retriever is not as difficult as it seems. If you take the time in finding a good breeder, you can ensure that the puppy you buy will be a lifelong and faithful companion.