kelsey
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Apr 9, 2005, 10:05 PM
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Re: [tzevoon] Golden Retriver Revisited (8 April 2005)
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hi, here are my 2 cents, btw i own 2 GR.
1) Does g.r. shed a lot? Would he require daily grooming?
yes they will require regular grooming about 3 - 4 times a week, they shed a lot!! but in our malaysian weather here it's not too bad. they shed twice a year.
2) Is air-cond required? Will they be well-suited for hot-humid climate with their long fur?
air cond not required but keep them in a cool environment. i think all dogs should not be left outside the house in the sun or without any cool air. they of course will prefer air cond but it's not necessary.
3) Does a g.r. ark easily? Or get agitated easily?
GR are very calm breed. get from a reputable breeder and you will see the true GR's attitude. it will not bark so often but it will bark upon seeing strangers. i dont recall hearing my GR bark at anything.
4) I'm in kota kinabalu, Any trainer & good breeder i can look for?
check your listing.
5) What's the early years of a g.r. like? I work in the day but my home will not be empty.
GR are young at heart. they mature quite late. puppy years (8 weeks to 1 year) can be headache esp earlier weeks as they are notorious for chewing. they are explorer and will take anything in the their mouth to explore. after 1 year its the teenager years, imagine a 14 / 16 yrs old kid who wont obey, that sounds like a GR but it's all liveable.
6) How much shold i be looking at for monthly maintenance (food, vaccination etc etc)
there are 3 shots required during puppyhood which averages about RM70 (6+1). dog food depends on brand but u get what u pay for. i spend about RM150 (holistic dog food) for about 2 months for both of my dogs. they need play toy. GR need training, if u can train urself u dont have to spend on obedience class.
7) Anything else i should know?
they are highly demanding of attention. they need to be train and need to know what is their purpose. they are excellent with children and will do anything for them but never leave them alone together as a GR can be pushy with attention. they are big eaters, so dont succumb to the "sad" face. you need to control their weight so they dont get overweight. they are prone to hip problems so need good care during early stage of life. they are excellent swimmer and will swim when the opportunity is given. they love the water! they practically survive on love and human companionship so it's best not to get one if u work long hours, have no time to train or spend with or not financially able.
hope this all helps
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