Golden Retriever Singapore, Adorable Puppies For Sale
The Golden Retriever has no need of an introduction, they are widely regarded as the golden standard for a family dog. Their gentle nature, loyal and affectionate nature make them the easiest dog breed to handle as a first time owner amongst all of the large dog breed type. Their bite is very gentle, making them suitable for families with young children. There is a viral challenge on youtube of them holding eggs in their mouth without crushing it. Due to their eagerness to please, they are a breeze to train.
Below are the specific details about Golden Retriever:
Size: Medium to Large (25-35 kg)
Shedding: yes
Color: Shades of gold or cream
Temperament: Friendly, intelligent, affectionate and eager to please. Good with children and other animals
Trainability: Highly trainable and eager to learn. Responds well to positive reinforcement training
Exercise needs: Minimum of 30 minutes per day and mental stimulation
Life span: 12-13 years
Apartment friendly: Yes, Can adapt to various living arrangements
Contact The Lovely Pets to buy a puppy or to find out the price and cost of keeping one. We have a variety puppies for sale from ethical breeders. You can meet and view our puppies to determine if they suit your family lifestyle.
All of our Golden Retriever dogs come from certified kennel club and trusted breeders. All the pets are health checked, vaccinated and dewormed. By purchasing from us, you get a 1 month free of flee, tick, and heartworm prevention service. You will also get a free grooming for your pet before taking it home.
To buy a dog from us, here are the brief steps:
Choose a wide range of puppy collections available in our shop, both male and female through our Instagram page or visit us in-person to find the most suitable one for you and loved ones. We have a variety of puppies to choose from from different range of age, starting from 3 months old up to 1 year.
Once you find your match, you can make the payment right then and there and bring home the puppy. Payment method available are cash, Paynow, Bank Transfer, NETS, or Credit Card (extra 4% charge)
Shipping option is also available in case of need through GrabPet! To book GrabPet, select Car in the Grab app home screen, input addresses and scroll down to select GrabPet under Value Added.
NOTE: We will register the dog license with NParks before you brign the dog home. It is done online where we will transfer the dog ownership to you. The cost of the license is only $13.5 a year for puppies below 5 months old. For older dogs, there is a lifetime license fee of $35 for sterilized dogs or $81 per year for unsterilized dogs.
Golden Retrievers (Goldens) come in various shades and there are mainly 2 distinct variations of this breed, i.e. American Golden Retrievers and English Cream Golden Retrievers. An American Golden Retriever usually have darker coat colour like dark golden brown to rich gold colour. They have a stockier, heavier bone structure and widely bred that way for the conformation ring. The English Golden Retriever tends to have lighter cream shades of colour with slimmer, slighter build. The English Golden Retriever is mainly bred this way from the working line. There are some studies that show the American Golden Retriever are more prone to cancer and other diseases compared to the English Golden Retriever.
Overall, A Golden Retriever is a terrific pup for first-time dog owners, families in search of an adorable playmate for children, or seniors who want an endearing companion.
Here are some of the breed characteristics of Golden Retrievers:
Size: Large breed. 30-35kg for male and 25-32 kg for female.
Coat: Thick, double layer coat which sheds.
Temperament: Affectionate, gentle nature. Eager to please which makes training a breeze.
Energy level: Moderate for a large dog breed
Health: Generally healthy however hip dysplasia is a known issue in the breed. Gentle walking during puppyhood is important to prevent wear to the joint before they mature.
Lifespan: They typically live between 10-12 years.
Overall, Golden Retrievers are a wonderful breed of dog that make great companions and working dogs. They are loyal, friendly, and intelligent, and are well-suited for families and individuals alike.
Here are some guidelines for exercising a Golden Retriever:
Daily walks: at least 30-60 minutes of walking per day, depending on the dog's personality and activity level. This will also provide mental stimulation to prevent boredom.
Playtime: When it is raining, owners can consider indoor games like fetch, frisbee, tug-of war. There are also a plethora of food based "IQ" games that can stimulate them. Teaching tricks such as sit, down, roll over, play dead is also an excellent opportunity for bonding and stimulation. In fact, many dogs get more tired after a short session of trick training compared to the usual walks!
Hiking and outdoor activities: For nature lovers, long walks hiking are the best. Strap them up with doggy backpacks just like how they were traditionally used as working dogs to pull carts in the Swiss Alps.
Mental stimulation: Playtime and mental stimulation go hand in hand. Puzzle games, trick training can easily be learned from many youtube videos. Even a simple kong toy with treats inside will also provide much needed entertainment.
It's important to remember that every dog is different, and exercise needs can vary based on age, health, and lifestyle. Consult with a professional dog trainer to get the best training plan for your dog.
Golden Retrievers have a thick, water-repellent double coat that requires regular grooming to keep it in good condition. Here are some grooming requirements and recommendations for Golden Retriever:
Brushing: Once a week with a deshedding comb. This will remove the dead undercoat layer and minimise shedding in the house. If not brushed regularly, the dead undercoat can get compacted and tangled which cause skin irritation and overheating. During shedding season which is twice a year, they need to be brushed daily for about 1-2 weeks.
Bathing: Golden Retriever needs to be bathed every week in Singapore's humid climate. Use a mild dog shampoo (we recommend Silky shampoo) and be sure to rinse thoroughly to avoid any skin irritation. Lastly, remember to blow dry to make sure the skin is completely dry to prevent skin issues.
Trimming: The hair length remain constant so hair cut is not necessary. Good to trim around hygiene area for cleanliness and around paw pads to prevent slipping while walking.
Nail Clipping: The toe nails need to be clipped once every few months. Best to ask a professional groomer to do this to prevent bleeding when the nails are cut too close to the quick (blood vessel).
Teeth Cleaning: Brushing teeth daily is preferred, if not possible, weekly brushing is sufficient. Give raw bones regularly as enrichment which double as natural teeth cleaner.
Ear Cleaning: Their ears may be prone to infection as it is dropping down which can trap heat and moisture especially in Singapore's humid climate. Clean the ears with appropriate solution once a week
