{"id":503,"date":"2019-01-31T11:44:19","date_gmt":"2019-01-31T17:44:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.welovethemtoo.com\/blog\/?p=503"},"modified":"2022-08-18T15:20:00","modified_gmt":"2022-08-18T20:20:00","slug":"5-things-you-should-know-about-golden-retrievers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.welovethemtoo.com\/blog\/5-things-you-should-know-about-golden-retrievers\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things You Should Know About Golden Retrievers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Golden Retrievers have been one of the most popular breeds in the United States over the past 10 years.\u00a0 They are cuddly companions and <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-511 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.welovethemtoo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Dash-Luke.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"198\" height=\"251\" \/>make great pets.\u00a0 Here are a few facts to know if you own a Golden Retreiver or are thinking about getting one!<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Floppy Ears.\u00a0<\/strong> Any breed of dog that has floppy ears has an increased risk of infection as it traps moisture.\u00a0 Weekly ear cleanings with a good cleanser will decrease their risk of infection.\u00a0 It is very common for Goldens to need regular ear cleaning.\u00a0 This is a good <a href=\"https:\/\/welovethemtoo.vetsfirstchoice.com\/Dosage\/Package-Quantity\/Epi-Otic%C2%AE-Advanced-Solution\/p\/2200938\">ear cleanser<\/a> that we use.\u00a0 If your Golden&#8217;s ears start to smell funny, this is a good indication they need to visit the vet as they may have an infection.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Joint Care.\u00a0<\/strong> Large breed dogs need extra joint care.\u00a0 Start them young on a joint\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/welovethemtoo.vetsfirstchoice.com\/Dosage\/Synovi-G4-Soft-Chews\/p\/3006807\">supplement<\/a> to help protect their mobility and health.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grain Free Diets.\u00a0<\/strong> This is a big &#8220;no no&#8221; for Goldens.\u00a0 Grain free is a very popular trend right now among human diets as well as our pet diets.\u00a0 We need to remember that grain free may not actually be a healthy choice for our pets.\u00a0 In fact, it is not a balanced diet at all for<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2018\/07\/24\/health\/grain-free-dog-food-heart-disease.html\"> Golden Retrievers and can cause MAJOR heart problems<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grooming.<\/strong>\u00a0 Regular bathing and brushing will help keep your Golden&#8217;s coat healthy and smooth (and smell amazing!)\u00a0 We know a <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/posts\/nAkE7\">groomer<\/a> who loves giving those big kids a Spa Day!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loveable.<\/strong>\u00a0 Goldens are one of the most loveable breeds you will meet.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfinder.com\/\">Adopting<\/a> a Golden Retriever can be a great addition to your family!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Whether your Golden has an ear problem, needs grooming or vaccines updated, <a href=\"https:\/\/local.demandforce.com\/b\/southdesmoinesveterinarycenter\/schedule\">we can&#8217;t wait to see you next!\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Golden Retrievers have been one of the most popular breeds in the United States over the past 10 years.\u00a0 They are cuddly companions and make great pets.\u00a0 Here are a few facts to know if you own a Golden Retreiver or are thinking about getting one! 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