{"id":734,"date":"2022-01-01T18:40:29","date_gmt":"2022-01-01T18:40:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bhavikakennel.com\/?page_id=734"},"modified":"2022-01-01T18:48:57","modified_gmt":"2022-01-01T18:48:57","slug":"golden-retriever-puppy-price-in-delhi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bhavikakennel.com\/?page_id=734","title":{"rendered":"Golden Retriever Puppy Price in Delhi"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"734\" class=\"elementor elementor-734\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-39fe714c elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"39fe714c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column 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data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>About This Breed<\/strong><\/p><p>The Golden Retriever is one of the most popular\u00a0dog breeds\u00a0in the United States. The breed\u2019s friendly, tolerant attitude makes them great family pets, and their intelligence makes them highly capable working dogs.<\/p><p>Golden Retrievers excel at retrieving game for hunters, tracking, sniffing out contraband for law enforcement, and as therapy and service dogs. They\u2019re also natural athletes and do well in dog sports such as agility and competitive obedience.<\/p><p>These dogs are fairly easy to train and get along in just about any home or family. They\u2019re great with kids and very protective of their humans. If you want a loyal, loving, and smart companion, then you should consider adopting one of these pups into your pack.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f2edd91 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f2edd91\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"669\" height=\"249\" src=\"https:\/\/bhavikakennel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Golden-retriver.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-740\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhavikakennel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Golden-retriver.jpg 669w, https:\/\/bhavikakennel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Golden-retriver-300x112.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ff7e440 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1ff7e440\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>More about this breed<\/strong><\/p><p>It&#8217;s no surprise that the Golden Retriever is one of the top ten most popular dogs in the U.S. It&#8217;s all good with the Golden: he&#8217;s highly intelligent, sociable, beautiful, and loyal.<\/p><p>He&#8217;s also lively. The Golden is slow to mature and retains the silly, playful personality of a puppy until three to four years of age, which can be both delightful and annoying. Many keep their puppyish traits into old age.<\/p><p>Originally bred for the physically demanding job of retrieving ducks and other fowl for hunters, the Golden needs\u00a0daily exercise: a walk or jog, free time in the yard, a run at the beach or lake (Goldens love water), or a\u00a0game of fetch. And like other intelligent breeds who were bred to work, they need to have a job to do, such as retrieving the paper, waking up family members, or competing in dog sports. A tired Golden is a well-behaved Golden.<\/p><p>As well as giving your Golden Retriever\u00a0physical and mental exercise, you should also be prepared to include him in your family activities. The Golden Retriever is a\u00a0family dog, and he needs to be with his &#8220;pack.&#8221; Don&#8217;t consider getting a Golden unless you&#8217;re willing to have him in the house with you, underfoot, every day.<\/p><p>There&#8217;s one other potential drawback to the breed: He&#8217;s definitely not a watchdog. He might bark when strangers come around, but don&#8217;t count on it. Most likely, he&#8217;ll wag his tail and flash that characteristic Golden smile.<\/p><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Highlights<\/h3><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>Golden Retrievers shed profusely, especially in the spring and fall.\u00a0Daily brushing\u00a0will get some of the loose hair out of the coat, keeping it from settling on your clothing and all over your house. But if you live with a Golden, you&#8217;ll have to get used to dog hair.<\/li><li>Golden Retrievers are family dogs; they need to live indoors with their human &#8220;pack,&#8221; and shouldn&#8217;t spend hours alone in the backyard.<\/li><li>Golden Retrievers are active dogs who need 40-60 minutes of hard\u00a0exercise daily. They thrive on obedience training, agility classes, and other canine activities, which are a great way to give your dog physical and mental exercise.<\/li><li>Although they&#8217;re gentle and trustworthy with kids, Golden Retrievers are boisterous, large dogs that can accidentally knock over a small child.<\/li><li>Goldens love to eat, and will quickly become\u00a0overweight\u00a0if overfed. Limit treats, measure out your dog&#8217;s daily kibble, and feed him in regular meals rather than leaving food out all the time.<\/li><li>Because the Golden Retriever is so popular, there are many people breeding Goldens who care more about making money out of the demand for puppies than in breeding happy, healthy dogs. To get a healthy dog, never buy a puppy from an irresponsible breeder, puppy mill, or pet store. Look for a\u00a0reputable breeder\u00a0who tests her breeding dogs to make sure they&#8217;re free of genetic diseases that they might pass onto the puppies, and that they have sound temperaments.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 History<\/h3><p>For many years, there was a legend that Golden Retrievers were descended from Russian sheepdogs bought from a circus. In fact, the breed was developed in Scotland, at the highland estate of Sir Dudley Majoribanks, later known as Lord Tweedmouth.<\/p><p>Tweedmouth, like many gentry of his day, bred animals of all kinds, trying to perfect different breeds. Tweedmouth&#8217;s breeding records from 1835 to 1890 show what he was aiming for with the Golden: A talented retriever\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Tweedmouth was an ardent waterfowl hunter\u00a0\u2014\u00a0with a superb nose, who would be more attentive to his human hunting companion than the setters and spaniels used at the time for retrieving. He also wanted the dog to be loyal and even-tempered in the home.<\/p><p>Tweedmouth took Nous home to Scotland, and in 1868 and 1871, bred him to Belle, a Tweed Water Spaniel. Tweed Water Spaniels (now extinct) were known for being eager retrievers in the hunting field, and exceptionally calm and loyal in the home\u00a0\u2014\u00a0characteristics you&#8217;ll find in today&#8217;s Golden Retrievers.<\/p><p>Nousand Belle&#8217;s descendants were bred with Wavy- and\u00a0Flat-coated retrievers, another Tweed Water Spaniel, and a red setter. Tweedmouth kept mostly the yellow puppies to continue his breeding program, and gave others away to friends and relatives.<\/p><p>Not surprisingly, Tweedmouth&#8217;s breed first attracted attention for their skills in the hunting field. One of the most well-known was Don of Gerwyn, a liver-coated descendent of one of Tweedmouth&#8217;s dogs, who won the International Gundog League trial in 1904.<\/p><p>The Kennel Club in England officially recognized the Golden Retriever as a distinct breed in 1911. At that time, they were classified as &#8220;Retriever\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Yellow or Golden.&#8221; In 1920, the breed name was officially changed to Golden Retriever.<\/p><p>The American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1932. Today, the Golden Retriever is the second most popular breed in the U.S.<\/p><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Size<\/h3><p>Males are 23 to 24 inches tall and weigh 65 to 75 pounds. Females are generally 21.5 to 22.5 inches tall and 55 to 65 pounds. Golden Retrievers usually reach their full height by one year of age, and their mature weight by two.<\/p><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Personality<\/h3><p>A sweet, calm nature is the hallmark of the breed. The Golden was bred to work with people, and is eager to please his owner. Though hard-wired with a good disposition, like all dogs the Golden must be well-raised and\u00a0well-trained\u00a0to make the most of his heritage.<\/p><p>Like every dog, the Golden needs\u00a0early socialization\u00a0\u2014\u00a0exposure to many different people, sights, sounds, and experiences\u00a0\u2014\u00a0when they&#8217;re young. Socialization helps ensure that your Golden puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog.<\/p><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Health<\/h3><p>Goldens are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they&#8217;re prone to certain health conditions. Not all Goldens will get any or all of these diseases, but it&#8217;s important to be aware of them if you&#8217;re considering this breed.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re buying a puppy,\u00a0find a good breeder\u00a0who will show you health clearances for both your puppy&#8217;s parents. Health clearances prove that a dog has been tested for and cleared of a particular condition.<\/p><p>In Goldens, you should expect to see health clearances from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for\u00a0hip dysplasia\u00a0(with a score of fair or better), elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and von Willebrand&#8217;s disease; from Auburn University for thrombopathia; and from the Canine Eye Registry Foundation (CERF) certifying that eyes are normal. You can confirm health clearances by checking the OFA web site (offa.org).<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li><strong>Hip Dysplasia:<\/strong>\u00a0Hip dyplasia is a heritable condition in which the thighbone doesn&#8217;t fit snugly into the hip joint. Some dogs show pain and lameness on one or both rear legs, but you may not notice any signs of discomfort in a dog with hip dysplasia. As the dog ages, arthritis can develop. X-ray screening for hip dysplasia is done by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals or the University of Pennsylvania Hip Improvement Program. Dogs with hip dysplasia should not be bred. If you&#8217;re buying a puppy, ask the breeder for proof that the parents have been tested for hip dysplasia and are free of problems.<\/li><li><strong>Elbow Dysplasia:<\/strong>\u00a0This is a heritable condition common to large-breed dogs. It&#8217;s thought to be caused by different growth rates of the three bones that make up the dog&#8217;s elbow, causing joint laxity. This can lead to painful lameness. Your vet may recommend surgery to correct the problem or medication to control the pain.<\/li><li><strong>Cataracts:<\/strong>\u00a0As in humans,\u00a0canine cataracts\u00a0are characterized by cloudy spots on the eye lens that can grow over time. They may develop at any age, and often don&#8217;t impair vision, although some cases cause severe vision loss. Breeding dogs should be examined by a board-certified veterinary ophthamologist to be certified as free of hereditary eye disease before they&#8217;re bred. Cataracts can usually be surgically removed with good results.<\/li><li><strong>Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA):<\/strong>\u00a0PRA is a family of eye diseases that involves the gradual deterioration of the retina. Early in the disease, dogs become night-blind. As the disease progresses, they lose their daytime vision as well. Many dogs adapt to limited or complete vision loss very well, as long as their surroundings remain the same.<\/li><li><strong>Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis:<\/strong>\u00a0This heart problem is caused by a narrow connection between the left ventricle (out-flow) and the aorta. It can cause fainting and even sudden death. Your vet can detect it and prescribe the proper treatment.<\/li><li><strong>Osteochondrosis Dissecans (OCD):<\/strong>\u00a0This orthopedic condition, caused by improper growth of cartilage in the joints, usually occurs in the elbows, but it has been seen in the shoulders as well. It causes a painful stiffening of the joint, to the point that the dog is unable to bend his elbow. It can be detected in dogs as early as four to nine months of age. Overfeeding of &#8220;growth formula&#8221; puppy foods or high-protein foods may contribute to its development.<\/li><li><strong>Allergies:<\/strong>\u00a0Golden Retrievers can be\u00a0allergic\u00a0to a variety of substances, ranging from food to pollen. If your Golden is licking his paws or rubbing his face a great deal, have him checked by your vet.<\/li><li><strong>Von Willebrand&#8217;s Disease:<\/strong>\u00a0This is an inherited blood disorder that interferes with the blood&#8217;s ability to clot. The main symptom is excessive bleeding after an injury or surgery. Other symptoms include nosebleeds, bleeding gums, or bleeding in the stomach or intestines. There is no cure, and a blood transfusion from the blood of normal dogs is currently the only treatment. Research is underway for new treatments, including medication. Most dogs with von Willebrand&#8217;s disease can lead normal lives. A vet can test your dog for the condition. Dogs with this condition should not be bred.<\/li><li><strong>Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus:<\/strong>\u00a0Commonly called\u00a0bloat, this is a life-threatening condition that affects large, deep-chested dogs like Golden Retrievers, especially if they&#8217;re fed one large meal a day, eat rapidly, or drink large amounts of water or exercise vigorously after eating. Bloat occurs when the stomach is distended with gas or air and then twists. The dog is unable to belch or vomit to rid himself of the excess air in his stomach, and blood flow to the heart is impeded. Blood pressure drops and the dog goes into shock. Without immediate medical attention, the dog can die.<br \/>Suspect bloat if your dog has a distended abdomen, is drooling excessively, and retching without throwing up. He also may be restless, depressed, lethargic, and weak with a rapid heart rate. If you notice these symptoms, get your dog to the vet as soon as possible.<\/li><li><strong>Epilepsy:<\/strong>\u00a0Epilepsy\u00a0is a brain disorder that causes periodic seizures and convulsions. Your vet will need to know how severe the seizures are and how often they occur to determine what medication to prescribe, if any.<\/li><li><strong>Hypothyroidism:<\/strong>\u00a0This is a disorder of the thyroid gland that&#8217;s thought to cause conditions such as epilepsy, hair loss, obesity, lethargy, dark patches on the skin, and other skin conditions. It&#8217;s treated with medication and diet.<\/li><li><strong>Hemangiosarcoma:<\/strong>\u00a0This is a very dangerous form of\u00a0cancer\u00a0that originates in the lining of blood vessels and spleen. It most commonly occurs in middle-age and elderly dogs.<\/li><li><strong>Osteosarcoma:<\/strong>\u00a0Osteosarcoma is a malignant bone cancer that&#8217;s common in large and giant breeds.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Care<\/h3><p>Golden Retrievers are built for action and love outdoor romps. If you like to hike or jog, your Golden will be happy to join you. And if you feel like tossing a ball in the backyard, they&#8217;d be more than happy to join you; true to their name, Goldens love to retrieve.<\/p><p>Tiring them out with 20-30 minutes of\u00a0vigorous exercise\u00a0twice a day will keep your dog mellow when he&#8217;s back inside. Slacking on the activity, however, could lead to\u00a0behavior problems.<\/p><p>Like other retriever breeds, Goldens are naturally &#8220;mouthy,&#8221; and they&#8217;re happiest when they have something to carry in their mouths: a ball,\u00a0soft toy, newspaper, or best of all, a smelly sock.<\/p><p>You&#8217;ll need to take special care if you&#8217;re raising a Golden puppy. These dogs grow very rapidly between the age of four and seven months, making them susceptible to bone disorders. Don&#8217;t let your Golden puppy run and play on very hard surfaces such as pavement until he&#8217;s at least two years old and his joints are fully formed. Normal play on grass is fine, and so are puppy\u00a0agility\u00a0classes.<\/p><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Feeding<\/h3><p>Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.<\/p><p>NOTE: How much your adult dog eats depends on his size, age, build, metabolism, and activity level. Dogs are individuals, just like people, and they don&#8217;t all need the same amount of food. It almost goes without saying that a highly active dog will need more than a couch potato dog. The quality of dog food you buy also makes a difference\u00a0\u2014\u00a0the better the dog food, the further it will go toward nourishing your dog and the less of it you&#8217;ll need to shake into your dog&#8217;s bowl.<\/p><p>Keep your Golden in good shape by measuring his food and feeding him twice a day rather than leaving food out all the time. If you&#8217;re unsure whether he&#8217;s overweight, give him the eye test and the hands-on test.<\/p><p>First, look down at him. You should be able to see a waist. Then place your hands on his back, thumbs along the spine, with the fingers spread downward. You should be able to feel but not see his ribs without having to press hard. If you can&#8217;t, he\u00a0needs less food\u00a0and more exercise.<\/p><p>You&#8217;ll need to take special care if you&#8217;re raising a Golden puppy. These dogs grow very rapidly between the age of four and seven months, making them susceptible to bone disorders. They do well on a high-quality, low-calorie diet that keeps them from growing too fast.<\/p><p>For more on feeding your Golden, see our guidelines for\u00a0buying the right food,\u00a0feeding your puppy, and\u00a0feeding your adult dog.<\/p><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Coat Color And Grooming<\/h3><p>Golden Retrievers have a dense, water-repellent outer coat with a thick undercoat. Some coats are wavy, some are straight. The fur feathers on the back of the front legs and underbody, with heavier feathering on the chest, back of the thighs, and tail.<\/p><p>Golden Retrievers come in all shades of gold, from light to dark gold. Some breeders have begun selling &#8220;rare white Goldens,&#8221; but the American Kennel Club does not recognize white as a coat color for the breed.<\/p><p>Golden Retrievers shed moderately in the winter and summer, and heavily in the spring and fall. If you live with a Golden, you&#8217;ll need to adapt to a certain amount of dog hair in your house and on your clothes.<\/p><p>The Golden&#8217;s thick coat means lots of grooming.\u00a0Daily brushing\u00a0is recommended to prevent tangling, and once a week is the bare minimum. Your Golden will also\u00a0need a bath\u00a0at least once a month, often more frequently, to keep him looking and smelling clean.<\/p><p>Brush your Golden&#8217;s teeth\u00a0at least two or three times a week to remove tartar buildup and the bacteria that lurk inside it. Daily brushing is even better if you want to prevent gum disease and bad breath.<\/p><p>Trim nails\u00a0once or twice a month if your dog doesn&#8217;t wear them down naturally. If you can hear them clicking on the floor, they&#8217;re too long. Short, neatly trimmed nails keep the feet in good condition. Dog toenails have blood vessels in them, and if you cut too far you can cause bleeding\u00a0\u2014\u00a0and your dog may not cooperate the next time he sees the nail clippers come out. So, if you&#8217;re not experienced trimming dog nails, ask a vet or groomer for pointers.<\/p><p>Fold-over ears create a warm, dark environment for bacteria or fungus to grow in, and breeds that have them\u00a0\u2014\u00a0such as the Golden \u2014\u00a0are prone to ear infections. His ears should be checked weekly for redness or a bad odor, which can indicate an infection. Check them every time he gets wet, too. When you check your dog&#8217;s ears, wipe them out with a cotton ball dampened with gentle, pH-balanced ear cleaner to help prevent infections. Don&#8217;t insert anything into the ear canal; just clean the outer ear.<\/p><p>Begin accustoming your Golden to being brushed and examined when he&#8217;s a\u00a0puppy. Handle his paws frequently\u00a0\u2014\u00a0dogs are touchy about their feet\u00a0\u2014\u00a0and look inside his mouth. Make grooming a positive experience filled with praise and rewards, and you&#8217;ll lay the groundwork for easy veterinary exams and other handling when he&#8217;s an adult.<\/p><p>As you groom, check for sores, rashes, or signs of infection such as redness, tenderness, or inflammation on the skin, in the nose, mouth, and eyes, and on the feet. Eyes should be clear, with no redness or discharge. Your careful weekly exam will help you spot potential health problems early.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h3>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Children And Other Pets<\/h3><p>The amiable Golden Retriever isn&#8217;t bothered by the noise and commotion of kids\u00a0\u2014\u00a0in fact, he thrives on it. He&#8217;s a large, strong dog, though, and he can easily knock over a small child by mistake.<\/p><p>As with every breed, you should always teach children how to approach and touch dogs, and always supervise any interactions between dogs and young children to prevent any biting or ear or tail pulling on the part of either party. Teach your child never to approach any dog while he&#8217;s eating or sleeping or to try to take the dog&#8217;s food away. No dog, no matter how friendly, should ever be left unsupervised with a child.<\/p><p>The Golden&#8217;s attitude toward other pets is the more the merrier. He enjoys the\u00a0companionship of other dogs, and with proper introductions and training, can be trusted with cats, rabbits, and other animals.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GOLDEN RETRIEVER Previous Next Click To Book! 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