Golden Retriever Education
As Good as Gold is delighted to offer education to our members and the general public regarding responsible pet guardianship. The As Good as Gold Education Coordinator reaches out to veterinarians and certified animal behaviorists to bring you insights regarding the health and good citizenship of your pets.
Golden Retriever Education Topics
Goldens are known to be friendly and can make excellent pets. Responsible ownership is paramount to success in their forever homes. Prepare for your new addition by researching appropriate care by contacting your veterinarian, and enlisting the advice of a certified animal trainer. We provide additional educational materials below.
Things to Consider Before Adopting a Golden
Health
All breeds have certain illnesses or genetic defects they are prone to. Listed below are some of the most common medical issues found in Golden Retrievers:
Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Eye Disease
Heart Disease
Seizures
Cancer
Nutrition
As Good as Gold believes in a holistic approach to dog food. Many advertised dog foods that look great on TV have additives, sugar, preservatives, corn, grains, and sometimes even sawdust in the ingredients.
Less is more. Look for labels with fewer ingredients, and make sure that the first two ingredients aren’t corn and wheat, since many goldens are allergic to either or both of those ingredients.
Educational Articles by As Good as Gold
Cooperative Care: Building Trust Through Everyday Care
For many rescue dogs, routine procedures such as nail trims, ear cleaning, brushing, medications, or veterinary handling can quickly [...]
Unwanted Barking: Don’t Correct – Re-Direct!
The trainers at A Sound Beginning use a training protocol called the “Substitution Routine” when the dog is engaging [...]
How Schedule Changes Affect Pets
Pets, like humans, thrive on routine. When these patterns are disrupted, it can lead to stress, anxiety, and even [...]
Fear vs. Behavioral Training
Electronic Collars Peer-reviewed scientific literature, including meta-analyses and primary research, is clear: electronic collars carry significant risks of fear, [...]
Helping Pets Cope with Fireworks Anxiety
This year’s coming celebration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence will be here [...]
Car Travel with Your Best Friend!
Summertime can mean additional car travel with your pet! It might seem fun to allow your dog on your [...]
World Pet Memorial Day
Pet Loss “If the stars alone could bring you home, I would wish on every one.” A Pocket Full [...]
Hemangiosarcoma Update
Because many of us have owned beloved pets who have succumbed to cancer, please read below for an update on [...]
How to Remove a Tick
One. Make sure it’s a tick. Skin tags can sometimes be mistaken for ticks, so before you take any action, it’s important [...]
Cooperative Care: Building Trust Through Everyday Care
For many rescue dogs, routine procedures such as nail trims, ear cleaning, brushing, medications, or veterinary handling can quickly [...]
Unwanted Barking: Don’t Correct – Re-Direct!
The trainers at A Sound Beginning use a training protocol called the “Substitution Routine” when the dog is engaging [...]
How Schedule Changes Affect Pets
Pets, like humans, thrive on routine. When these patterns are disrupted, it can lead to stress, anxiety, and even [...]
Fear vs. Behavioral Training
Electronic Collars Peer-reviewed scientific literature, including meta-analyses and primary research, is clear: electronic collars carry significant risks of fear, [...]
Helping Pets Cope with Fireworks Anxiety
This year’s coming celebration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence will be here [...]
Car Travel with Your Best Friend!
Summertime can mean additional car travel with your pet! It might seem fun to allow your dog on your [...]
World Pet Memorial Day
Pet Loss “If the stars alone could bring you home, I would wish on every one.” A Pocket Full [...]
Hemangiosarcoma Update
Because many of us have owned beloved pets who have succumbed to cancer, please read below for an update on [...]
