The Golden Retriever Club of America

You don't need to be a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America to know the golden retriever, or golden, is a beautiful dog.

If you wonder how the dog will fit with your family and lifestyle, consider joining a golden retriever club for owners, breeders, and fans.

Clubs give opportunities to observe and meet owners, breeders, and golden retrievers. You'll notice that the golden is friendly and energetic.

Discuss the breed with club members. They will guide you to additional information in websites and pamphlets. Answers about medical treatment, care, and finding the right dog are part of members' enjoyment.

The Golden Retriever Club of America delights in educating anyone interested in Golden Retrievers.

Besides learning and observing, members build networks of friends with similar likes.

If you are sick and can't take your dog for a walk, someone is going to know a responsible person who can help him release all that energy for which retrievers are famous.

Club members guide you to reputable veterinarians, diet recommendations, and training schools for various activities. Why join a club? It is fun and educational.

Several goals and guidelines drive Golden Retriever Club of America (GRCA) members. Teaching by doing is better than a lecture.

The golden is smart and knows how to make people fall in love with his friendly demeanor, playful encouragement, and intelligent expression.

Members represent the club and breed, and have an opportunity to show the public all that the golden breed represents.

The American Kennel Club (AKC) suggests its standards are followed. Members reinforce them, as well as local goals.

The temperament and physical qualities used to judge golden retrievers are desirable qualities used to promote and continue the breed.

Good sportsmanship is a must. Encouraging, educating, and striving for well-trained dogs reflect breeding choices.

The GRCA Code of Ethics is basic. It requests that members do their best to train, select, and breed golden retrievers to AKC standards.

The golden retriever's first skill is a gun dog. Training must be started as quickly as possible. Standards like companionship and searching are promoted.

The balance of the code reflects why GRCA members can help you choose a dog.

It covers responsible ownership of any retriever, and why selecting a golden requires the proper fit between owner, family, environment and dog.

Safety is important. Have an area where your dog can exercise without wandering onto the road. Recommend the golden retriever with a well-mannered dog.

Participate in the training available for your dog. Understand the commitment the main handler must make to learn along with the dog.

You want a dog that adds special meaning to the community, whether it is guarding children while they are playing or assisting in search and rescue operations.

The dog needs attention, praise, and challenges. Companionship creates good health and spirit.

All golden retrievers shed and need grooming. Select a food good for their overall being: a shiny coat, love of running, and continual thinking. Exercise is mandatory.

Training will help your retriever achieve his or her potential. Select a vet and decide where the retriever will be sleeping. Club members can help determine if a golden retriever is right for you.

The breeders in the club might have puppies or adult dogs available. Rest easy knowing you are getting an incredible dog when you buy from an AKC/GRCA breeder.

You understand the standards they live by and advice from the Golden Retriever Club of America is as golden as the dogs they love.

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Article written by:

Edie MacKenzie