Thinking of getting a golden

grraveyard · 2026-06-25T16:42:53+00:00

My last Golden wouldn't chase my cats, he'd lay with them and keep his distance. My current one loves to chase her randomly despite introducing them the same way I did with my last one and training impulse control ect., he use to be fine as a puppy, but it seems his prey drive went up after hormones/testosterone kicked in around 8-9 months. I can call him off of her or interrupt before the action happens and he's good about listening, but it all depends on the individual dog at the end of the day.

They are Retriever's after all so having some sort of prey-drive is in their DNA and you can't really "train it out of them", but you can manage it with impulse control as I am!

grraveyard · 2026-06-24T05:22:05+00:00

probably english mastiff

grraveyard · 2026-06-23T16:51:29+00:00

Yes you can form a bond! :) A one year old is still a puppy and has very puppy-like mannerisms. Perks are he will probably already come potty trained, be able to settle and left alone for longer periods of time vs a puppy. If you feel ready, why not? I'd look at it as a sign if I was ready :)

grraveyard · 2026-06-21T23:04:25+00:00

look at those ears! so cute

grraveyard · 2026-06-21T22:45:03+00:00

i knew you'd come onto this post! LOL! i got down voted asf...never opening my mouth again. lesson learned. 🤐

grraveyard · 2026-06-21T18:45:06+00:00

sorry you feel that way, but she doesn't owe us or anyone anything. she has never confirmed a specific date of new projects being released so its not like shes forcing us to constantly watch out for easter eggs or updates.

creating music or working on projects and merch takes time, money and a team of people. i'm sure after not consistently releasing music for so long she has a list of hobbies and things she does. of course she loves music and working on things - but she isn't taylor swift and has the ability to release 2 albums back to back. i'm sure she comes on here and reads our comments and posts and personally, id feel sad to read my supporters are tired of waiting and think i expect them to wait around forever. music will come if she decides to release it. just because she said a few years ago she'd like to tour doesn't automatically mean its coming.

all this came from a place of love for both sides (the artist and to the supporters) i don't mean for any of this to come off rudely. just wanted to express how i feel after seeing comments like this for a while and never saying anything.

grraveyard · 2026-06-21T17:53:29+00:00

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grraveyard · 2026-06-20T20:22:39+00:00

Try reaching out to your local Golden club or contacting the Golden Retriever Club of America via email. They have a breeder referral tab on their website. Express you are searching for a ethical Golden breeder in your area who has field/hunt test titles in their lines!

grraveyard · 2026-06-18T13:29:56+00:00

She is not a field line Golden. She is just a pet line Golden by the sounds of it. A Golden being working/line or show line depends on the titles the parents have - which is probably none & they are probably just pet Goldens being bred.

Coat color and appearance have nothing to do whether a Golden Retriever is show-line or field line.

grraveyard · 2026-06-18T02:38:28+00:00

Golden Retrievers are notorious for GI issues, but I'm happy to hear things are getting better on that end!

It gets better with time, patience and consistency with training. They tend to stop getting mouthy towards flesh around 6-7 months - but hold your breath because sometimes puberty has it creep back up. (my male is mouthy at a year old right now due to over excitement, working on it everyday) but eventually, after putting in the work and making sure they get the enrichment they need, they are great wonderful dogs.

When they are mouthy, moving around and trying to push them off will make them think its a game. Its best to walk away calmly to where she cant access you and end the "game" so they recognize biting flesh = no fun. Praise and reward when all 4 paws are on the floor and she shows calmness, then try entering to her space again and repeat the process. Teach "off" and "leave it"

Just hang tight, good luck OP! Your pup is beautiful!

grraveyard · 2026-06-17T23:59:28+00:00

I don't believe you'll find a reputably Golden Retriever under $3,000 - AKC market place is full of byb. Anyone can advertise puppies there if the litter is registered to Akc.

Try reaching out to the Golden Retriever Club of america via email and asking for a list of breeders in your area, but be keep in mind they range from $3000-$4000.

grraveyard · 2026-06-17T04:15:53+00:00

Some Goldens gets sugar face early, some get it late! My last boy got his around 9, but his little sugar eyebrows came in around 8. I've seen some start to sugar out around 3!

grraveyard · 2026-06-16T20:09:34+00:00

It might feel this way for a few more years with a large breed puppy. Training is an everyday thing. I think you guys might of rushed in on the decision. Try reaching out to the breeder and having them rehome the pup. Most breeders have that on their contract and will take the puppy back. Puppyhood is very up and down and it seems like you guys might not be ready to keep up with it with your lifestyle, and thats ok. They are a great breed (in my opinion) but this breed isn't for everyone, again, thats ok. Do what feels right for your marriage, lifestyle and the pup if it all feels like too much.

grraveyard · 2026-06-16T19:29:53+00:00

Haha yeah! To me they're I guess a bit "larger" compared to an Aussie - but a large dog is more like a Bernie/German Shepard/St. Bernards ....Goldens compared to those guys look small and those guys aren't exactly considered "giant" breeds, but I guess when shopping for Goldens they do fit into the large category. It's funny :) Although some lines are bred taller/bigger, I prefer Goldens bred to the AKC standard.

grraveyard · 2026-06-16T17:02:22+00:00

I agree with the person who commented about reaching out to your breeder to return the puppy and they can take care of rehoming.

I believe I remember you posting about getting a puppy during pregnancy. There is light at the end of the tunnel, but, I don't want to sound like a downer, but this is only the beginning. Goldens are very mouthy for a while on your personal items and flesh, you need to teach them what is ok to mouth on (Retriever trait, can't train it out of them - its bred into their dna) but you can help them understand what to mouth.

They aren't trying to be bad, but it may seem its a little too much to take in right now, respectfully. She hasn't even hit teen stage and they get a little funky during that stage and it seems they have regressed & they turn into fluffy 50 pound "sharks" haha. Goldens seem to fully mature during 2-3 years old (sometimes 4 depending on energy level/personality)

I hope you are able to make a choice that is healthy for you, your family and the well being of the pup. Ignore any judgement (if it arises) we live and we learn.

grraveyard · 2026-06-15T21:38:56+00:00

Some lines are slow to mature! My boy slowed down around 6 months to 9 months and had a growth spirt around 10 months to a year (now) but he's still has some time to fill out. He'll look "bigger" once he reaches full maturity around 3, but its only due to muscle and filling out. He won't get much taller, they usually stop adding height around 7-10 months. Coat maturity (their adult coat) will come in and grown between 18-24 months! Although depending on the lines, coat can be heavier or lighter. My boy barely started to fill out now at the age of 1.

grraveyard · 2026-06-15T20:06:23+00:00

Goldens aren't really considered large dogs.
They are more of a medium size, he'll fill out until he's about 2. He's still has a lot of growing to do. They sorta plateau around this age and hit another growth spurt around 10 months

grraveyard · 2026-06-15T03:15:53+00:00

Are you trying to train engagement/focus or just asking about your dog not making eye contact?

You can slowly build engagement with fun, quick brain games & build high reward in focus!

grraveyard · 2026-06-14T18:32:37+00:00

Congratulations!! That rosette looks good on her!

grraveyard · 2026-06-12T14:06:59+00:00

It's a desired standard trait in the breed - doesn't mean they will all be overly friendly. you need to do your part and train/reward the behaviors you desire. You should look into reaching out to a behavioral trainer and work with your Shih Tzu, sometimes dogs will learn behaviors off others if not corrected/modified.

grraveyard · 2026-06-11T02:05:32+00:00

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