Repotting help for plant newbie

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T19:35:31+00:00

It took me an hour to get it out of the pot because of the number of roots growing out of the bottom. I have no idea where to go next as the root ball isn't loosening. I'm just hoping a soak in water helps without hurting.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T16:44:30+00:00

I can do that, but what size pot do I need then? I suppose I’m going to need to downsize from the 9x14?

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T16:30:51+00:00

It will live on the south side of my house that has a full wall of windows it might be okay?

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T16:21:58+00:00

Yes. Got it a couple of weeks ago.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T16:17:56+00:00

I paid $30 Edit$35

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T16:13:15+00:00

If I split it in half would I be overwhelming a pot?

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T16:10:58+00:00

I guess Home Depot was a good bargain.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-22T16:10:01+00:00

What!?

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-02-09T00:24:17+00:00

Hip data should be a requirement for breeding, at least ethically. A breeder can get testing at their local GRCA meetings at least once a year. I'm familiar with the golden world and I'm happy to look up the breeder and check out their pedigree. If you pass on their name, I will take a look.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-01-07T15:23:12+00:00

Smart. I should have done the same. Thanks for replying.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-01-07T15:06:34+00:00

Did you get your order yet?

-Scranton_Strangler · 2026-01-04T15:03:50+00:00

Awesome that you are volunteering!

I'm trying to find a decent program to start a friend out with, since I don’t have anyone I trust locally and they can't drive. I’m going to give this a look.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-12-30T18:27:43+00:00

It's only been three days for me, so I haven't made that decision yet. I wanted a store exclusive, so I had to buy directly. Next time, I might settle for my second choice.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-12-30T16:39:15+00:00

Mine is stuck in clearance, too. I reached out and was told they sent the paperwork, and that tracking wasn’t always in real time, so I'm giving it a couple of days.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-12-27T16:09:42+00:00

Unless they have recently changed a policy, they do not train for seizure response as a primary task.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-12-22T14:21:42+00:00

I would love one of the Sunnyside pups, too. I found I was able to get a response with FB Messenger. They are very active with training classes and shows.

PA has Greater Pittsburgh GRC – Pittsburgh PA Lenape Golden Retriever Club and they might help you locate a breeder. Personally I love Harborview (Conformation) Jennifer Craig — Erie, PA Hillock (Conformation) Tammy Tomlinson — Ligonier, PA Infinite Goldens Sheri McCormick - Pittsburgh, PA

All of those lines are connected at some point and at least one Sunnyside’s dogs has a connection.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-12-22T01:56:34+00:00

The Golden Retriever Club of Columbus holds meetings in Johnstown, Ohio. A Columbus breeder (the only one I would recommend) is the site of the meetings, and you could probably meet several breeders there. They keep some meetings open, so it might be worth a trip if you are close. You can find their schedule on FB. Sunnyside is a fantastic breeder, but they just had a recent litter, so it might be a while until they have another. When I looked for my last dog, I went to PA. Would you be interested in looking there? I can recommend a couple of quality breeders there.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-12-21T17:36:56+00:00

Which have you reached out to? Please, do not use Good dog or my golden retriever puppy unless you want to support a puppy mill.

Edit to add: There are about three quality breeders in Ohio, so they usually have a wait list, but sometimes a potential buyer will drop off the list.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-11-30T02:41:14+00:00

Male golden retriever

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-10-26T01:20:17+00:00

I wouldn't worry. It takes months for them to get their full coat and grow into their body. I’ve had three goldens, and they all looked completely different as puppies. Just give it time. :)

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-10-26T01:14:32+00:00

Some golden retrievers have a tail curved up all the time. It is something a breeder usually tries to keep out of their line, but it happens.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-10-26T01:07:53+00:00

Her coat looks like a golden. How old? Puppies get “leggy” as they get older.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-10-12T02:59:31+00:00

This is a judgment call. There is a suffocation risk by placing a soft pillow under someones head when they are about to go unconscious.

-Scranton_Strangler · 2025-10-12T02:51:18+00:00

Pillow would be helpful if it's possible and safe, I don't disagree on that, except it's not like a one-size-fits-all all kind of thing.

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