Helpful Links

The American Kennel Club

The official website of the American Kennel Club is a wonderful resource for both new and experienced dog owners.

The Golden Retriever Club of America

The Golden Retriever Club of America (GRCA) specializes in everything about golden retrievers.

10 Fun Facts About Goldens

Read this brief article to learn more about the wonderful breed of golden retrievers!

Fit in Five from AKC Family Dog

Add these creative exercises to your walking routine and watch your dog’s fitness improve.

Dogs and Traveling

Planning a trip? Read these practical tips for helping you and your dog have a great experience.

Puppy Socialization

Socializing your puppy is key to ensuring you’ll have a happy, confident, and well-adjusted dog for life. Learn the best time to socialize your puppy, how to do it right, and why it’s important.

Loose-Leash Walking

Learn how you can help your dog be the walking partner you have always wanted.

Bathing Your Puppy

Read these tips to see when and how to bathe your puppy.

Getting Your Dog To Come To You – Every Time You Call!

“Come” is the most important word that you will teach your dog, and if it is trained using positive reinforcement and play, you are more likely to have a successful, reliable recall.

Award-Winning Service Dogs

Golden Retrievers’ intelligence and innate desire to please allow them to be wonderful service dogs. Goldens have become famous for their ability to train and help others. Check out this woman’s personal story of how her Golden changed her life.

The views expressed in the articles above reflect their authors’ opinions and not necessarily the opinions of Summer’s Goldens.