We at Southern Charm Goldens are eagerly anticipating the arrival of National Puppy Day – March 23rd – as we do every year. On this day, those furry little bundles of energy and mischief are officially recognized for the “magic and unconditional love that puppies bring to our lives” as one website puts it. We… Read more »
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Top Training Tips for Golden Retrievers
English Cream Golden Retrievers are among the best dog breeds in the world. They are very intelligent, gentle, friendly, loyal and energetic. Moreover, training a golden retriever is an easy job that you will definitely love. Here are some essential tips that should help new (and experienced) golden retriever puppy owners to train their best… Read more »
Is Your Dog’s Chewing Habit Gnawing at You?
Let’s face it – as much as we love our puppies there is one habit they have that annoys us greatly. They love to chew things. Sometimes they chew things that they should not chew ruining your valued possessions and perhaps even placing themselves in harm’s way. Yet, this is the way young dogs explore… Read more »
Foods You Should Never Feed Your Dog
We all know that dogs can be voracious and not very picky eaters. It sometime seems like they eat their food without even tasting it first. Well, as amusing as it can sometimes be to watch them scarf down things like kitchen scraps, etc, we need to be discriminating about what they eat even if… Read more »
Tips for Helping Your Dog Live Longer
We all know that a dog’s life on average is shorter than a human’s life. That is one of the reasons that we must treasure every moment we spend with our furry, little friends. And although certain breeds do live longer than others, there are certain things we can do that will help ensure your… Read more »
Tips for Dealing with the Gnawing Problem of Puppy Teething
Just as is the case with human children, puppies go through a period when they start to lose their baby teeth. During this time, a puppy’s gums become red, swollen, and irritated. The only thing that helps them find relief from such discomforting conditions is biting, chewing and nibbling on everything in sight. The key… Read more »
Reasons to Consider Purchasing Pet Insurance
Study after study has shown that dogs contribute a great deal to our physical and emotional well-being. Moreover, research has even proven that dogs can detect human illnesses and conditions such as oncoming seizures, migraines and even cancer. Given this almost psychic connection to their human owners and our unconditional love of our pets, it… Read more »
Tips for Choosing a Qualified Dog Sitter
Are you planning an extended trip or vacation and want reassurances that your four legged friend will be okay while you are gone? Well, before you consider a kennel, it may interest you to know that there are other options. There are businesses that can put you in contact with people who will sit with,… Read more »
How Can Dogs Benefit Children?
You probably already know that a dog is a man’s (or woman’s) best friend, but did you know that dogs can be a child’s best friend as well? Read on to learn more about how dogs can benefit children. Playtime buddies All of us, kids included, spend too much time glued to our TVs, smartphones… Read more »
Leaving your Puppy Alone for the First Time
One of the biggest challenges that dog owners face is coping with the separation anxiety that our furry friends exhibit when we must eventually leave them alone. To them it’s as if we will never return, which is why they whine, try to block our way and act out in other undesirable ways. Puppies are… Read more »