Golden Retrievers are among the more active breeds and require a lot of exercise to stay fit and happy. Originally bred for game fetching, these energetic dogs can run much of the day, even late into life.

Training and exercise should start young, at around 8-10 weeks. At first the level of activity should be no more than what the pup is willing to do spontaneously. They’ll scamper around, explore bushes and wrestle with one another in between naps. But add to that by getting them to follow you in a particular direction, at least briefly. That’s the beginning of focusing on you and doing as you ask.

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Today is my anniversary. It is one year ago that I came to be fostered with my humans. I was rescued by the Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue. There I was at 8pm and no where to go. My humans got a call “We have a dog and no where to take him. Can you take him?” They said “Sure, bring him over.” So off I went. I was a little anxious that first evening because I wasn’t sure what was happening but I quickly settled in and went to work with the humans the next day. I loved it and all the attention I got. Of course they couldn’t resist my charms and had to adopt me. It’s been a very good year! I’m going to celebrate with a pup cake from Three Dog Bakery….mmmmm!

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