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Golden Retriever Breeders raise beautiful golden show dogs. Here's everything you need to know about these breeders.

Golden Retriever Breeders - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   The three essential affiliations must be the Golden Retriever Club of America, a local breed club and a club that admits all dog breeds.

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   Breeders can specially breed golden retrievers for their soft silky golden fur, which make them exclusive. They can also take care of genetic disorders.

3. How to Find:

   Golden retriever breeders are fairly easy to find. Any yellow pages or dog magazines would carry their listings. You can also use the internet or ask the local vet.

4. What to Expect:

   Golden retriever sellers want you to fill a form, with personal details and the structure of your household. Sometimes they may also inspect your house.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   Golden retrievers need to be bred in a hygienic and healthy environment. Dirtiness in the breeding rug may cause diseases in the puppy.

Golden Retriever Breeders - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   Generally a litter would contain 6 to 10 puppies, the average number being 8. But some litters can also have 11 or 12 puppies.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   The golden retriever can be sold after it is two months old.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

   Puppies must have brown to black noses and a scissor bite. Check the coat for its glossiness. Coat must be water repellant.

4. Registry:

   Golden retrievers must be registered with the AKC under the sporting group.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   AKC recognizes the height as 23 to 24 inches for males and 21 1/2 to 22 1/2 inches for females. The coat must be naturally ruff and straight or wavy. All shades of golden coats are permitted.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   A golden retriever puppy costs about $850 to $950.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   The parents must have OFA and CERF certification, as this breed is prone to genetic disorders.

Golden Retriever Breeders - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   Only select a breeder who is widely recommended by the various kennel clubs across the world. It is not advisable to get a puppy from a backyard breeder as it could be unscientifically bred.

2. Pet Health:

   They are prone to congenital eye defects and hip dysplasia. Skin infections are common and require urgent vet care. They may also suffer from the rare Von Willebrand's disease.

3. Assurances:

   Medical sureties must be provided by the breeder. Check that they show you the OFA and CERF certification of both parents.