Recent Golden Retriever Articles

Jan
03

Lucy is 3 months old here, Rocket is almost 10 months. Photo by Vicky.Vicky writes… I love dogs, but we lost our last dog in Sept 2006 and I just didn’t want another dog so soon.  However, my daughter’s boyfriend had other plans.  He knew how devastated she was when we lost our beagle, and he wanted to get her a dog.  He kept telling her to “ask your mom first”.  I kept putting her off, never giving her a definite answer. Read the rest of this entry »

Jan
03

Lucy, a 3 1/2 month old Golden Retriever with liver disease. Photo by Vicky.Among the top five leading causes of non-accidental death in dogs is canine liver disease. The liver is responsible for many essential bodily functions, and if it is compromised in any way your dog’s overall health is at risk since the liver is an important organ.

The liver’s many responsibilities include blood detoxification, waste removal and bile production to aid digestion making this large gland involved in just about every process in the body. As such, it is very resilient, with the ability to work even during the onset of disease.

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Dec
26

Golden Chases Down Car

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So Christmas has come and gone yet another year. The day after Christmas though, is the best time to play with all of the new toys! Whether it’s a fun squeak toy, a yummy chew bone or even a remote control car! Watch this Golden jump around and chase after this speedy car.

Dec
24

Christmas Chicken Dinner

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Your Golden deserves a yummy Christmas meal as much as you do. Treat your pup to this delightfully special dinner!

 What you’ll need:

  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cooked plain white rice
  • 1 cup cooked plain carrots
  • 1 cup non- or low-fat cottage cheese

What to do:

Boil chicken breasts in a small amount of water until done; chop. Cook carrots in a small amount of water until tender but not mushy. Mix both with the cooked rice and cottage cheese. You may want to add some broth from the meat or carrots if it seems too dry. A nice plain meal to get your baby ‘firmed up.’ Keep any leftovers in the fridge.

Dec
19

What fun it is to wake up Christmas morning to find presents under the tree. This good little Golden is enjoying opening up his presents!

Dec
17

Puppy’s Party Mix

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While you’re preparing snacks for your holiday party guests, take a few minutes to whip up this delicious party snack for your Golden four legged friends.

 What you’ll need:

  • 2 cups Cheerios Cereal
  • 2 cups spoon size shredded wheat cereal
  • 2 cups Crispix Cereal
  • 1/2 cup Melted butter/margarine
  • 2 tb Dry gravy mix
  • 1/2 cup Kraft grated American cheese powder
  • 1/2 cup Bacon bits
  • 1 cup Dog jerky/pupperoni/sausages

What to do:

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. In a 13″ x 9″ dish, pour in melted butter. Stir in cheese powder, bacon bits and gravy mix. Add all cereals and mix well until all pieces are coated. Heat in oven for 45 minutes. Cut dog meat treats into small 1/2″ pieces. Remove cereals from oven and stir in dog meat treats. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

 

Dec
12

Golden Retrievers LOVE the snow. It’s fun to catch as it falls from the sky and it’s fun to romp around in. This week’s video features a puppy enjoying her first snow.

Dec
10

Doggie Egg Nog

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While you relax by the fire with your cookies and egg nog, your Golden with enjoy this special treat!

What you will need:

1 container plain yogurt
1  jar  baby food (any meat flavor)
1 large can evaporated milk
1 egg
1  1/2 cups water

What to do:

Blend all ingredients and serve in festive holiday bowls.

Dec
05

He has been waiting patiently for Santa to come to town and the morning has finally arrived. This happy Golden pup is having a blast with his new ball he got for Christmas. It just goes to show we’re all like kids on Christmas morning!

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Dec
03

Christmas Kissables

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After one of these delightful treats your Golden will be ready for the a meeting under the mistletoe!

What you will need:

1  1/2  cups whole wheat flour
1  1/2  cups Bisquick
1/2  cup mint chopped leaves
1/4  cup milk
4 tablespoons margarine
1 egg
1  1/2  teaspoons corn syrup 

What to you’ll need to do:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Combine all ingredients in food processor,  process until mixed well. 
  3. Roll out on a floured surface to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness. 
  4. Cut  with holiday shaped cookie cutters, place on non-stick cookie pan. 
  5. Bake at 375 F  for 20 minutes or until lightly browned. 
  6. Cool and store in air-tight container for up to one week.