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White Golden Retrievers – Myth or Real?
By Ewen Vile

White Golden Retrievers – are they a myth or do they really exist? While some people are quiet disturbed by this question, yet there are other people who are really fascinated by the idea of owning one. If you are looking for a pure breed white Golden Retriever, this is not going to happen. In other words there is just no pure breeds. They just don’t happen to be that way.

The closest that you can get to the color white, is a pale cream. In the market you would find some people claiming to sell absolute white Golden Retrievers or they might even term them to be rare English white Golden Retrievers but the truth is that, they are from the European strain of cream Golden Retrievers. They tend to be chunkier than the American show dog.

People talk of their puppies being white just to encourage the thoughts of rarity and exclusiveness which pumps up the price. But the fact with these whites, is that, Retrievers have a registered breed standard. A pup with a lot of white, would not be allowed to be registered as a pure breed in America. Saying a white or cream is registered in America indicates there is something fishy involved. When you are looking for a well mannered family companion and /or retriever, then the shades of gold probably won’t matter.

The color does not have an impact on the temperament of your friend. While on the other hand if you desire to buy a white or cream one, and the breeder claims it to be white, then I would suggest you consider a genetic test. Your investigation should include looking at papers for the parents of the puppy, who should also possess paperwork that talk about their thoroughbred status. These would be important even if you are looking for a show dog and to breed from.

Just for knowledge, please remember if you are in for a bargain for this dog, then you should not be paying a higher amount for a lighter colored one. The breeder of these white/cream ones in America are happy to play with your emotions to make a quick buck out of you. You should also take into consideration that even if you are buying a white/cream one, they tend to darken as they grow older.

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Who has not seen a picture of a gorgeous, snowy golden retriever puppy? Is this a new breed of dog? Aren’t they supposed to be ‘golden’? Where do you find one of these beautiful puppies, and what should you be looking for? This is a guide for the handsome, cream golden retriever.

Going by the Breed Standards, the white golden retriever does not technically exist. The British and European Breed Standards allow for a very pale cream color in the breed, but not white. The American Breed Standard does not allow a shade this light. So, a white golden is really a British (or European) cream colored ‘golden.’ If you are going to pay a significant price for one of these puppies, make sure your puppy is a purebred golden, and make sure that golden conforms to the British standards. Because of their popularity, shady salesmen often pass off white dogs of various breeds as ‘white’ goldens at high prices. Don’t get ripped off.

The British Breed Standard can be seen at thekennelclub.org.uk, which is The KC’s (Kennel Club) web site. The AKC (American) Breed Standard can be seen at akc.org. You may want to review them both so you can tell the difference. American and British goldens are different, and each has a distinctive look. The British goldens tend to be slightly shorter and stockier. Their coat is also typically shorter and is missing the longer hair which on an American golden may resemble part of a lion’s mane. The head of a British dog is sometimes described as having a ‘blocky’ shape. A British golden should have round, dark eyes, and a dark nose.

When you search for a cream colored golden, you should generally buy from a breeder. Due to high demand, finding a healthy, purebred platinum golden by adopting, by buying from a pet store, or by other means, may be a difficult task. It is easy to find a white ‘dog’, but this might not be the dog you are looking for. Breeders charge a wide range of prices for goldens: about $250 to $2,500. While purists may tell you there should be no difference, British cream puppies usually are sold toward the high end of the scale; but not always! Also, even though they are not accepted in the show ring, these good looking puppies are bred in the U.S. as well.

When buying a golden from a breeder, there are certain things you should be looking for. A dog with bad behavior, an unhappy personality, and expensive health problems is what you want to avoid. Quality breeders make sure their puppies come from a good pedigree, and their ancestors exhibited the affable personality and noble character of the golden retriever. The puppies and parents of any reputable breeder will have the right registration paperwork. If these dogs are legitimate cream goldens, the bloodline was imported from Europe at some point, or perhaps Australia. Your breeder should be able to produce the registration form with the registration number from The KC, the Australian National Kennel Council, or the right European kennel club. Imported purebred dogs can be reregistered with a national kennel club. In America, look for puppies with AKC registration. Remember, you can always contact the AKC for confirmation.

Your quality breeder, as opposed to your ‘for profit only’ backyard breeder, will have also tested a puppy’s parents for common health problems. The breeder will also have the appropriate paperwork. Healthy goldens are tested for conditions like hip dysplasia. Ask about OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) certification for hips, elbows/knees, thyroid, and the heart. Also inquire about CERF certification for the eyes.

These snowy looking puppies and dogs are still golden retrievers. They should be just as friendly, and just as active. Goldens are wonderful family dogs, excellent service and hunting dogs, and will win the day in obedience and agility. Don’t let their good looks intimidate you. Prepare your home the same as you would for any golden puppy, and your loyal friend will be healthy and happy.

Laurence Burrows is a golden retriever lover, and trainer. For more great tips on Cream Golden Retrievers, visit http://www.loyalgoldenretriever.com.

Your Handsome White Golden Retriever
By Laurence Burrows

Who has not seen a picture of a gorgeous, snowy golden retriever puppy? Is this a new breed of dog? Aren’t they supposed to be ‘golden’? Where do you find one of these beautiful puppies, and what should you be looking for? This is a guide for the handsome, cream golden retriever.

Going by the Breed Standards, the white golden retriever does not technically exist. The British and European Breed Standards allow for a very pale cream color in the breed, but not white. The American Breed Standard does not allow a shade this light. So, a white golden is really a British (or European) cream colored ‘golden.’ If you are going to pay a significant price for one of these puppies, make sure your puppy is a purebred golden, and make sure that golden conforms to the British standards. Because of their popularity, shady salesmen often pass off white dogs of various breeds as ‘white’ goldens at high prices. Don’t get ripped off.

The British Breed Standard can be seen at thekennelclub.org.uk, which is The KC’s (Kennel Club) web site. The AKC (American) Breed Standard can be seen at akc.org. You may want to review them both so you can tell the difference. American and British goldens are different, and each has a distinctive look. The British goldens tend to be slightly shorter and stockier. Their coat is also typically shorter and is missing the longer hair which on an American golden may resemble part of a lion’s mane. The head of a British dog is sometimes described as having a ‘blocky’ shape. A British golden should have round, dark eyes, and a dark nose.

When you search for a cream colored golden, you should generally buy from a breeder. Due to high demand, finding a healthy, purebred platinum golden by adopting, by buying from a pet store, or by other means, may be a difficult task. It is easy to find a white ‘dog’, but this might not be the dog you are looking for. Breeders charge a wide range of prices for goldens: about $250 to $2,500. While purists may tell you there should be no difference, British cream puppies usually are sold toward the high end of the scale; but not always! Also, even though they are not accepted in the show ring, these good looking puppies are bred in the U.S. as well.

When buying a golden from a breeder, there are certain things you should be looking for. A dog with bad behavior, an unhappy personality, and expensive health problems is what you want to avoid. Quality breeders make sure their puppies come from a good pedigree, and their ancestors exhibited the affable personality and noble character of the golden retriever. The puppies and parents of any reputable breeder will have the right registration paperwork. If these dogs are legitimate cream goldens, the bloodline was imported from Europe at some point, or perhaps Australia. Your breeder should be able to produce the registration form with the registration number from The KC, the Australian National Kennel Council, or the right European kennel club. Imported purebred dogs can be reregistered with a national kennel club. In America, look for puppies with AKC registration. Remember, you can always contact the AKC for confirmation.

Your quality breeder, as opposed to your ‘for profit only’ backyard breeder, will have also tested a puppy’s parents for common health problems. The breeder will also have the appropriate paperwork. Healthy goldens are tested for conditions like hip dysplasia. Ask about OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) certification for hips, elbows/knees, thyroid, and the heart. Also inquire about CERF certification for the eyes.

These snowy looking puppies and dogs are still golden retrievers. They should be just as friendly, and just as active. Goldens are wonderful family dogs, excellent service and hunting dogs, and will win the day in obedience and agility. Don’t let their good looks intimidate you. Prepare your home the same as you would for any golden puppy, and your loyal friend will be healthy and happy.

Laurence Burrows is a golden retriever lover, and trainer. For more great tips on Cream Golden Retrievers, visit http://www.loyalgoldenretriever.com.

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The AKC Golden Retriever
By Laurence Burrows

Who wouldn’t want a golden retriever? Faithful and famously friendly, goldens are great family dogs. They are also an intelligent and versatile breed and are outstanding hunting dogs, service dogs, and are top dogs in obedience and agility competitions. So popular, every variety of retriever can be found out there! It pays to know you have a genuine AKC golden retriever, registered with the American Kennel Club.

Let’s say you are buying a golden retriever. How do you know it is an AKC recognized golden? How do you know it is a purebred? AKC registration means that the parents of the dog are the same breed. So a puppy’s parents are both registered goldens. Typically, breeders will register whole litters. A reputable breeder can provide the AKC numbers and registered names of both parents with the right paperwork. You can verify this information and more with the AKC. A quality breeder can also provide a 3 to 5 generation pedigree of a puppy, and an application to register your puppy with the AKC in your name.

It is important to distinguish that an American Kennel Club golden retriever is an American breed of dog. British or European goldens are different, even though they are commonly sold in America. This is because the Breed Standards which regulate the breed are different. The AKC Breed Standard which describes the perfect golden can be found at akc.org. The Kennel Club (KC) Breed Standard for British goldens can be found at thekennelclub.org.uk. Typically, American goldens are slightly taller, and have a more slender build. American dogs may be a darker shade of gold, sometimes called mahogany or red. Pale cream colored goldens are British dogs. American dogs may also have a slightly longer coat.

The American Kennel Club held its first meeting in 1884 at the Philadelphia Kennel Club. The meeting was comprised of 12 delegates from the most prestigious dog clubs at the time. Major James M. Taylor became the AKC’s first President later that year in New York at Madison Square Garden, and a Constitution was adopted. Lord Tweedmouth first began breeding goldens in 1864 in the North of Scotland. Yellow or Golden Retrievers gained popularity in England in the late 1800’s. ‘Golden Flat-Coats’ were shown in England starting in 1908. The Golden Retriever Club was started in 1913 in England. Goldens were brought to America in the 1920’s. The AKC first registered the golden in 1925. The Golden Retriever Club of America was incorporated in 1938.This is the official National Club for the golden. National Clubs serve as the parent club for each AKC recognized breed. Breeders may be members, or may be members of a local affiliated club. The 1st golden Field Champion was in 1939, and they have also won many tracking championships. Starting in 1977, the first ever 3 AKC Obedience Champions were goldens. Since official agility competitions started, goldens have claimed many championships since the 1990’s.

Golden retrievers became popular in America in the 1930’s and 1940’s. Originally, they were favored as hunting dogs. They were also successful show dogs. Today, goldens are one of the most popular family dogs in the world.

Laurence Burrows is a golden retriever lover, and trainer. For more great tips on the AKC golden retriever, visit http://www.loyalgoldenretriever.com.

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