Golden Retriever

Golden retrievers are considered by many to be the ideal family dog. According to the American Kennel Club, they are the fourth most popular breed in the United States. Originally bred to be a gentleman's gun dog, today they enjoy great popularity as a pet, guide dog, therapy Read More

Bringing a dog into a household with children can be a rewarding and educational lifestyle change, but how do you know which breed is best for your family?  There are many things to consider when deciding which breed to get, from the price to what you can expect in terms of Read More

Eagle Creek, OR - Curiosity got the better of two Golden Retrievers, causing them to take a tumble down a 175-foot slope towards the rushing water of the Clackamas River.  Apparently, the retrievers, Doug and George, ten and eight years old respectively, were quite interested in Read More

Whether you are the proud owner of a German Shepherd, Chihuahua, Puggle, or any other breed of dog, you know that they are naturally labeled as smart, trainable, and loyal companions.  But do you know what the smartest of those breeds are?  If you have a dog that has not made it Read More

Tinley Park, IL - April 16, 2011 marked the 4th Annual P.A.W.S. Easter Egg Hunt held at Tinley Park from 10:00am until 12:00pm, an event designed to raise funds for P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter.  Even the cool, damp weather couldn't keep these dogs and their owners away from this Read More

Freetown, MA - It's a happy day for one golden retriever in Freetown, as well as the thousands of supporters who came to his defense when the news broke that he was scheduled to be euthanized.  It was announced last week that Skippy's life will be spared and could be released as Read More

The American Kennel Club has the distinguished honor of determining which dogs breeds are officially recognized, naming six in the retriever category.  To the common pet owner, each of the six breeds of retrievers may look similar, but rest assured there are distinct differences Read More