Owner guide - Keep your Golden Retriever's weight down

Keep your Golden Retriever's weight down. Overweight dogs have more health problems, including heart trouble and arthritis.

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DOG FAQ - What is a hot spot of Golden Retriever?

They look like open, oozing sores that start out real small, could be the size of a quarter and if not treated quickly the size of it will escalate really fast and get out of control. Golden Retrievers can get hot spots very easily. Hot spots are often caused by allergies. The most common would be by fleas. If you do not get all the shampoo out of your dog this can cause a hot spot too. Most hot spots need to be shaved so that they will get well. Shaving the area promotes air circulation. It is best to see the vet before they get out of control.

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DOG FAQ - Why does my Golden Retriever itch?

That is a tough question. Some of Golden Retrievers have allergies so this could be the cause. It could be inhalant, contact or food allergy. Many Golden Retrievers have very sensitive skin so it is important that you use medicated shampoo on them if they do. This can relieve a lot of the itching. Many of them have flea allergies and one flea alone can caused them to excessively itch.

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DOG FAQ - Do Golden Retrievers bark a lot?

Not typically, but Golden Retrievers may bark if they are bored.

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