The golden retriever is a medium-maintenance dog. Known for its incredibly sweet disposition, it mostly needs love and attention - follow these steps to take the best care of your golden. Keep your golden's weight down.
Overweight dogs have more health problems, including heart trouble and arthritis.
Brush your golden weekly to help keep shedding down. This breed sheds year-round. Make sure to trim this dog's nails monthly to prevent foot problems. Remember that retrievers try very hard to please and train fairly easily as long as you are consistent and patient with them. Keep your retriever inside if at all possible.