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Dog ate his bed! 
My 5 Year old Golden Retriever ripped part of the fabric off of his bed and ate it two days ago. He is still eating and drinking like normal. He is still …
Vaccine
My Golden is 1 1/2 years old. He just got vaccinated (rabies, ddpt?, and two others). He had one shot in his right hip and two different shots in each …
should I get a golden puppy now my other one is 11 years old
I would very much like to get a puppy. However I do not want to upset our old girl. I never want to be without her. That is why I would rather get another …
Hand biting from 10month old
I have recently taken custody of my fathers 10 month old golden male, he has a terrible time about biting hands. The dog has very little obedience training …
My golden has trouble getting up?
Her hips and her nails are worn down to bleeding because she drags her back feet. She is 3 yrs old.
my golden is not playful
My 5 year old golden is not playful. I used to have a 9 year old pitbull and she was more playful than my 5 year old golden. Is he okay? I have a 3 year …
Leaking eyes
My 14 months old female dog has always had leaking eyes. The vet noticed it when she went for her 12 week old needles. There is a trail coming from the …
throwing up
Why does my 3 year old throw up after he drinks his water? It doesn't seem to matter if he has had one or two meals. Any help is greatly appreciated. …
Middle of the night barking
Hi everyone,
For the past 2 weeks my 8 month old golden, Baxter, has started barking in the night (times vary). Not really sure why... We get up and …
My dog won't come on command
My three and a half year-old golden, Layla, has suddenly stopped coming on command when she's off-leash. At the park, at the beach, in the woods, she …
6 month old golden retriever adopting problem
Hello,
I am in doubt about the adoption of a 6 month old female golden retriever dog. The dog is already 6 months old. My relations want to give the …
grooming
What is the best undercoat rake to use on a golden?
hair falling off legs front and back
Our Golden has been losing hair on front and back legs for two years. He has been on antibiotics 3 times - does better when on antibiotics. What else …
dog stops walking and lies down
My 10 month old just decides to laydown while we are walking. We will be walking and he just decides to stop and lies down and he will not move until …
Nose turning pink
Why is my 3yr Golden Retriever's nose turning from black to pink?
Golden Retriever
Why is my 4 year old so hyper?
Skin problems
My 2 yr old golden is very light in colour and has developed a large black spot on her back. It seems to be growing with thinning hair but does not bother …
8 month old golden jumps all over me when walking
I have a 8 month old golden who is normally really well behaved. However when we are on a walk and there are lots of people around, she sometimes get …
15 month old baby and a puppy?
Hi
I just wanted to ask from others who have experienced this or can help on the matter. I have a 15 month old boy and I am going to have a look at …
Neutering
Our 2 yr old was neutered on Tuesday and it's Saturday and he still won't walk much and his scrotum is swollen. We had to take him to the vet to get two …
is 4 miles too far to walk daily for a 9 year old golden?
Can I walk my golden 4 miles each day or should I skip a day?
11 year old golden retriever hips giving out
My Golden Retriever's hips are giving way and she seems to whimper like I have never heard her do before when she tries to climb stairs. When at rest …
puppy food
My 4 mth old golden retriever was on Kirkland supreme puppy food since she was 7 weeks old from the breeder. She has always had very loose stools so the …
Eating
I have just recently adopted a 6 yr old Golden. We have had him for just a little over a week now and we can hardly get him to eat his food. His previous …
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Dry Flaky Skin in 10 Year Old Golden
My lovely old golden Lucy 10 years has suddenly developed very dry flaky skin. She is shedding coat at present. I have not changed anything in her diet …
Pneumonia in puppies/Golden Retriever
My 11 week old Golden Retriever has pneumonia. Will he be fine and fully recover and lead a normal adult life, or will having had pneumonia cause him …
urinating over night every three hours or so
My Golden Retriever will be 12 years old this spring. About 4 years ago he started having thryroid problems and no thryroid hormone. He has been on thyroxine …
shredding things ie my t shirts
why does my bouncy two year old shred things - particularly my t shirts?
Won't eat
I just adopted my one year old golden retriever two days ago. So far, he seems to have no interest in eating. I tried the dog food his previous owner gave …
should i give my pup free choice feeding
I started out giving him three small meals a day. But noticed that he was inhaling it. So I thought maybe give him a half a bowl, because maybe he thinks …
is my dog over weight.
I have a 12 month old golden retriever who is on 500g of food a day as per dog food manufacturers guidelines. She is very active. She seems to be carrying …
why does my golden retriever jump up at me when i take him out for a walk?
I take my 6 month old golden retriever for a walk- but he always jumps up at my shoulders. I try to speak to him nicely (not aggressively) but he doesn't …
bladder issues, late house breaking
We got our latest golden (female) at 13 months of age from a breeder. She had not been house broken..She still has occasional accidents in the house, can …
my 14 month old puppy losing fur
Ella, our 14 month old puppy golden's fur seems to be thinning at a time (with winter season) when it should be thickening. It also seems to be losing …
Want a Golden for a Friend
Last Friday a special friend of mine had to put his golden down because she had cancer of the spleen....this dog was his life...I know how expensive goldens …
Dog Peeing with no sign
Our 13 yr old golden has always told us when he need to go out, but recently, he has been peeing in the morning and just tonight, after being let in 2 …
What to feed my Golden Retriever
Hello,
I will be getting a 1 year old male Golden Retriever tomorrow and I know I am to feed him twice a day but is there a brand of dog food that is …
milk for 9 month old golden
My golden loves weetabix and I always buy puppy milk. He is now 9 months old. Can he drink normal milk?
Hair loss
My 3yr old golden is losing his hair in clumps. Why?
runny nose
Tessie is fourteen years and four months old and very special to us. About one month ago she developed a runny nose. It appeared quite thick a bit greenish. …
toileting
My dog is 4 months old when he goes to the toilet in the mornings he is fine but usually as the day progresses he gets diarrhea. He is full of energy …
Exercise
I have an 11 month old golden retriever-"Maggie". How much should I exercise her without over doing it? I've read a few things regarding their joints …
Breeding Differences
Can anyone answer this please. Is there a difference in the look of the dog, e.g., leg and body length, coat, head shape, and so on, if the dog has been …
3 month old golden retriever
Why does my 3month old golden retriever not eat food? He is becoming too thin day by day.. why is it so, and what should I do to make him healthy and eat? …
Chronic Diarrhea in 3 yr old Golden we adopted from a rescue org
We were told he had a "problem", but was ok after switching him to grain free dog food. We followed their advice; Harley eats Diamond lamb and rice (no …
Painful pawing
I have a 2 1/2 year old Goldie named Daisy. She has been to a trainer that taught her to sit, down, stay, come and heel. She is good with these commands …
3 month old golden retriever
What to do about a 3 month old golden retriever with diaherrea???
Neutering a 3-year-old Male Golden Retriever
We are considering taking a 3 year old male Golden Retriever. I am concerned that he is not neutered. Is it safe to neuter a 3 year old male Golden? …
Laryngeal Paralysis
My baby is 15 yrs old and just got diagnosed with LP. His symptoms have been evident for about the last two months. I just took him to the vet 3 days ago …
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Dog's digestive system
I have recently rescued a 4 year old golden retriever from the local dogs' home. He had a problem with fleas but this has been treated, which included …
Lack of season
My 2 year old golden retriever hasn't had a season. We have her mother who has been spayed so could this be the reason as no female hormones in the house. …
Weight of 12 week Old Golden
How much should my 12 week old Golden Retriever weigh? I'm afraid she maybe under weight.
Response from Golden Retriever Magic:
There really …
Quality of Life
I have 2 Golden Retrievers, one of which is almost 11 years old. She has chronic hip problems which she has Previcox daily for, and we are totally guided …
Making Our Golden Feel At Home
We have recently got a 4 year old Golden to our family,she is a little nervous when some people try to pet her, mostly females,......is this normal? or …
Age For First Season
Hi, my wonderful Golden became one year old on the 10th of October. She still hasn't come into season. Is this normal?
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Putting My Golden Down
My poor golden retriever is now 11 yrs old and having trouble holding his urine long enough to go out. He has just started this recently. Also he has chewed …
Older Male Accepting Younger Male
Will a 9 year old un-neutured male accept new male puppy to household?
Response from Golden Retriever Magic:
A male who has not been neutered …
Golden Retriever Muscles
Last night our golden retriever who is only 4 years old, suddenly could not jump on the bed where she usually sleeps. She moans when she is laying down …
Can't stop my dog from jumping on people!
Hi, I'm writing from France - excuse my English! There's nothing for stopping my now 11 month old Golden Retriever from jumping on people when happy, maybe …
Enlarged Heart and Irregular Heartrate
I had all the tests done for Teva. She is nine years old and has lost a lot of weight. She has hot spots she has never had them before. She is not eating …
A Golden in a Cat Family
I have two 5 year old cats. Just adopted a one year old male neutered golden retriever. He does not have a lot of training, so I see that I have to train …
Goldens and Cancer
Hello my name is Jill. I have a nine year old female Teva. She has lost weight not eating as much. She has got hot spots she has never had one in her …
Chronic Diarrhea in Golden Puppy
My 3 month old male pup has had diarrhea since we picked him up a month ago. He has been to the vet and had all the tests and all have come back negative. …
Urination in Goldens
Our 7 year old Golden barely EVER has the urgency to go out and pee. He may pee two - three times per day.
My concern is two-fold...First, is that …
Going in Circles
Hello,
We recently adopted a 5 year old golden retriever form a local rescue group. They didn't have much info on Emmitt. He hadn't even been neutered. …
Golden Retriever Referrals
I have loved 4 very different Golden Retrievers for over 50 years. (My friends think I am part golden!) In the last two years I have lost two goldens. …
No one But Me Will Do
My almost 2 yr-old golden retriever suddenly won't walk with anyone but me. I have always walked him in the morning, my daughter in the afternoon and my …
Refusing to Go Further
My 11 month old Golden apparently does not like going for walks. He stops before we even get down the driveway. I just stay in the lead, look straight …
Avoidance of Climbing or Jumping
My Golden Retriever is 2 years old, and suddenly will not climb stairs or jump up on beds. Any thoughts?
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Urination
I have a 7 1/2 year female golden. She holds her urine so long - will this hurt her?
Response from Golden Retriever Magic:
Although Golden …
Tumors and Goldens
We just lost our best friend and family member Chance who we had for 10years. He had tumors in his abdomen including 1 attached to his liver. He started …
When to Train?
HI,
My 3 months old Golden Retriever male puppy(BRUNO) is very naughty and hyper too. But he is very intelligent and has made my family complete. But …
Laryngeal Paralysis
My 13 year old golden Brandy has laryngeal paralysis and just had the surgery to tie back one of the vocal cords. I was told that he now may get aspiration …
Dog Food
We have a 8 mo old female golden and we feed her Iams Eukenuba dry puppy food which she has eaten with no problem. We also have an older Sheltie which …
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Eating
Cara from the United Kingdom writes: I have taken in an 18 month old Golden Retriever and despite keeping her to the same routine as her previous owners …
Training My Puppy
I started puppy k-garten today. This is a very smart puppy but I am in trouble with her and frankly I do not know where it will lead. I will let you know …
When Should The First Walk Be
My new Golden Retriever puppy is home. She's so much work! I forgot how much--so I am totally exhausted.
I have a question for you. While we had snow …
Who to Feed First
My adult dog Max has been so sick. He has aspiration pneumonia in both lungs. It's a long story but the most important thing is he's getting better. I've …
Terrorizing Chickens
We just aquired a 2 1/2 yr old male whom we named Boomer. He has discovered the chickens in my coupe and now he will go out there and do circles around …
Getting a New Puppy
I have a 10 year old male golden. He is my companion. I have MS. He is my life and my best friend. It will take me two years to train a puppy before a …
Skin Sores
Sores at various parts of the body, I removed the hair around the sores. Most are usually on the underside of all four legs, He was on antibiotics, they …
Dog Food
I currently have my Golden puppy on large breed puppy formula and will be switching her in a few weeks (she'll be 8 months) to adult formula. Should she …
Trainability
Are Goldens easy to train or do they require a lot of work to get them to understand what you want?
Response from Golden-Retriever-Magic:
Thanks …
Helping Others?
How have Golden Retrievers helped others? What have they done to help others?
Response from Golden-Retriever-Magic:
What an excellent question! …
Bored or Being Naughty? 
I HAVE TWO DOGS!!! and they are being very naughty. (Lola and Lilly). When I leave the house they chew stuff up and when I come back all I see is messed …
Golden Paws
Does anyone know the reason why Goldies love to put their paws on you? I don't mean that they stand up, but they just come over and put a paw on you, …
Eating grass and dirt while walking Not rated yet
How can we stop our 7 month old Golden Retriever from eating grass and pebbles while walking her? She also will jump all over you at times.
4 year old female golden afraid of jumping off the bed? Not rated yet
My four year old golden female used to sleep on our bed all day when we are away at work. There have never been any problems. Now when we get home she …
Wanted female golden Not rated yet
Hello,
We would like to have a female golden at least 6 month old. We are an older couple and want to bypass the puppy stage as much as possible. …
My Golden is Regurgitating Not rated yet
Hi,
My Golden has started regurgitating food and water, he is 3 1/2 and in good health. Following tests before Xmas nothing has been identified and …
My 8 year old Golden, Lola, has really slowed down Not rated yet
Hi there... Lola sleeps so much more than she used to. She still gets really excited when I got outside or if we go for a walk and still runs around like …
When do female Goldens reach full height? Not rated yet
I took my Golden puppy to the vet today, as she has been limping. She was 57 lbs, which the vet said was too much. Also, I asked the vet when she would …
aggression over her food Not rated yet
My 10 month old golden is starting to get aggressive with the other pets over her food. We also have a 3 year old toy chi-chi and a variety of pets including …
5 week Old Golden Retriever Puppy does not eat by himself and is lazy Not rated yet
Hi,
This is the first time I would be having a dog at home in India. As I was not literate about what should be the age of the puppy when we should …
Older dog began peeing inside house Not rated yet
Our 13 year old golden has begun peeing on our rugs downstairs. She is going out often. In general her health is getting worse, she is weaker now and …
toilet traning a 4 month old golden retriever Not rated yet
How to toilet train your 4 month old male golden retriever? He urinates where ever he feels like it.
do i get another puppy now my golden is 11 years old Not rated yet
Would it be fair to her? Don't want to be without one,one day. Should we get one now or wait? Hard to find in our area. There are some now - would our …
Pooping alot Not rated yet
My Golden was eating Purina One dog food and I have changed him to Life Abundance because I wanted a higher quality food but he used to poop twice a day …
Chewing Not rated yet
My boy is 9 months old and has started chewing like crazy? What's up? I buy hiim a ton of chew bones, toys, exercise him regularly and he has all of sudden …
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Growth Issues Not rated yet
My golden retriever puppy is 10.5 lb and 13 weeks old I'm scared she won't grow! She doesn't like her food very much (Arden grange dry puppy food) I'm …
Bladder leakage Not rated yet
I noticed my retriever (Rufus) leaving behind clear urine after a rest. This happenes when he stands up after a rest or nap. This started after he came …
Can't stop diarrhea since 2 months Not rated yet
I have a 6 month golden retriever and 3 weeks ago she got positeve giradia parasit and doctor give a panacur treatment during 10 days but it's seems didn't …
10 year old Golden Retriever Not rated yet
My 10 year old Golden Retriever is in heat and she has been throwing up but the worst is she has been having issues holding her urine and she never has …
6 mth old puppy middle of the night pooping Not rated yet
My 6 mth old golden will not poop after his 4.30pm meal before going to bed and keeps waking up around 4 or 4.30 to poop! Also very hungry around 5 am …
Biting and barking Not rated yet
My 11 month old golden retriever male is a really sweet dog however he barks when he can't get something he wants and he at times will start to play and …
My five year old Goldie's sudden barking and aggression towards other dogs Not rated yet
Hi,
I have two Golden Retriever bitches who have both been spayed - one five year old (Mieke) and a four year old (Saskia) they are half sisters (both …
First Heat Cycle Not rated yet
My golden Daisy just turned 1 last month and she has me worried because she hasn't had her first heat cycle yet. Should I be worried?
Responding Not rated yet
I just picked up my 6 1/2 week old Golden. On the car ride home she would not respond to my voice, snapping or anything really. I stopped and let her out …
Eating Not rated yet
We have recently become the forever home for a 11 month old golden. She does not seem to eat much of her food. She is however interested in our food and …
How do I get my golden to stay calm around other dogs? Not rated yet
My golden retriever is coming up for two years of age and is fantastically well behaved following all commands on a one to one basis. Unfortunately when …
Bad habits Not rated yet
I have a 7 year old Havanese male dog who barks at strangers. Will my new Golden Retriever puppy copy any habits from my older dog?
why didn't my golden's nose stay black? Not rated yet
Why did my golden's nose change colors from black to flesh?
Names for golden retrievers Not rated yet
Hi, my name is Chelsea Martin and I'm getting a Golden retriever puppy in three weeks time. I can't wait until I get it. It is the cutest thing I have …
12 week old puppy scared of people kids dogs Not rated yet
My husband and I got a new puppy from a nearby breeder about 4 days ago. He was 12 weeks old when we brought him home. He has seemed to bond pretty quickly …
Puppy Health Not rated yet
Hi, I recently bought a golden puppy into my home. Lucy is 4 months now and has been with me since she was 9 weeks old. Until two weeks ago, Lucy had …
change in bathroom habits Not rated yet
My two year old golden recently started only going to urinate twice a day -- is this healthy?
11 year old golden acting strange Not rated yet
My 11 year old golden started acting like she blacks out for a second (she is on seizure medication) and sometimes falls down. She is also on thyroid meds …
Vomiting Not rated yet
Why does my golden retriever puppy, who is 5 months old, occasionally vomit his undigested breakfast back?
How much exercise is needed in season Not rated yet
My Golden Retriever is 13 months old and she has just come into her first season. She seems more tired than usual. We are lead walking her away from …
Chewing Not rated yet
Rocket is 2.5 years old and I had thought was over the chewing stage, but in the last couple of weeks he has started again. (hats, CD cases, socks, etc.) …
Change in behavior Not rated yet
In the past week my two year old rescue golden is refusing to get out of the car, and refusing to come in the house. He has been perfect doing these things …
Feeding Not rated yet
I have a 13 month old golden retriever bitch who weighs 68 lbs.(31 kg) we feed her on pro plan puppy robust. When should we change to adult? Thanks
my 4 month old wont eat dog food Not rated yet
I have a 4 month old golden retriever and she's not eating her food like she should. She's been like this since she was 10 weeks old. She takes a few pieces …
having company Not rated yet
I have a 2.5 year old female golden who is a pure delight. The only issue that I'm having is that she does not yet know to mind her manners when we have …
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hip dysplasia Not rated yet
Our golden retriever Mia is 9 years old and is beginning to struggle more with her dysplasia. We are looking for advise/help to find something (harness?) …
Diet Not rated yet
How much to feed an 8 month old golden?
my goldie will not get into my car Not rated yet
I cannot persuade my goldie to get into my car. Ii have tried treats, toys -- nothing seems to work. If anyone has any advice for me I would be grateful. …
dogs health Not rated yet
My Golden Retriever will be 10 in April. Buddy is a quiet loving loyal boy. I am concerned because over the last 6 - 8 months he keeps having bouts of …
2 year old still has some puppy fur Not rated yet
My 2 year old male Goldie still has some "puppy fur" on his hips. The rest of his coat is just fine. He's a pure bred. What could be the problem or …
Food Not rated yet
Hi my golden retriever will be 3 in June. Could you tell me what is the best type of food to feed him? He is currently on Burns. Also, how often should …
Food Not rated yet
Hi my golden retriever will be 3 in June. Could you tell me what is the best type of food to feed him? He is currently on Burns. Also, how often should …
Pneumonia and Abdominal Pain Not rated yet
My 10 year old Golden was admitted to the hospital with acute aspiration pneumonia three days ago. Still oxygen dependent even after two days of antibiotics. …
walking Not rated yet
How far can I walk my 25 week old golden retriever each time? He goes for a walk twice a day.
aggressive behavor Not rated yet
My golden is 2 years old and he has started being real aggressive (kennel guarding,food aggression and dominance issues) and he's hard to handle.
House breaking Not rated yet
I want to bring my 4 year old golden back into the house after 3 years of being an outside dog. Will I have trouble in doing so?
Golden retriever training. Not rated yet
Hi, I am looking to adopt a 2 1/2 year old golden retriever, I would just like to know are they still easily trained at this age?
Not coming into season Not rated yet
We raise Goldens and none of our Goldens are producing puppies. can you please give me some an advice on this?
feeding Not rated yet
How much food should my 9 month old puppy be getting daily? She is always hungry and will bark at her dish to be fed, especially in the late evening.
Housebreaking Not rated yet
My 4 month old puppy pees very frequently during the day but can hold it all night while in his crate. He was doing pretty well at house training but …
spaying a 4-month old golden retriever Not rated yet
Both of our vets have different opinions about when to spay our golden retriever. The Internet says there is a great controversy about it. Help. Thanks. …
Golden will not use dog door Not rated yet
Our one year old Golden does not understand the concept of independently using his dog door. We have tried everything, and the only time he uses it is …
Tessie's runny nose Not rated yet
We had a bit of luck with some pills for Tessie - they seem to stop her nose from running while she is on them, but we are having to do one week on and …
Coming into season Not rated yet
Is it possible for our golden retriever puppy to have a slight season at around 4months?
Coat Not rated yet
My Golden is 14 months old and still has a puppy coat. It is not long & bushy. What does this mean?
larynx surgery Not rated yet
My girl Kimmi is having surgery today and I am so scared that she will not pull through. She is 14 and has bad back legs. Has anyone gone through this? …
distance to walk my 8 year old Not rated yet
Our golden retriever is 8 years 4 months and since she was over a year old we have taken her on 10 mile walks once a week, together with shorter walks …
Walks for a 4 month old golden retriever Not rated yet
My boyfriend and I have a 4 month old golden retriever and he's finally getting all his puppy shots this month. We've been wanting to take him out but …
puppy aggression Not rated yet
I have a thirteen week old goldie. I bought her from a family who could no longer keep her. She is a wonderful pup, but can become quite aggressive suddenly. …
Refusing to Walk Not rated yet
3 year old cream Golden Retriever, been with us for three months. Walking in nearby fields was, at first, fine but now she frequently refuses to walk …
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My 1 yr old golden is not eating his food all of a sudden Not rated yet
We rarely give him table food so I don't think that's the problem. I am a teacher and have just returned to school. Is he mad? He's playful and energetic …
Coming into heat Not rated yet
My 16 month old golden retriever does not appear to have had a season yet. Some male dogs have tried to mount her, but as this is also a sign of dominance …
Mood Behavior Not rated yet
Hi,my 8 year retriever started to eat grass on her walks. It seems to make her sick, and what was once occasional in now every time. She is on dry food …
Hyper Puppy Not rated yet
My 10 week old puppy is really hyper in the morning and knocks his food and water everywhere. Also I have two cats the female he does not bother with, …
vomiting every 2 weeks Not rated yet
My 2 and a half year old golden had her tonsils removed last October, and since jan 1st she has vomited 9 times - shortest time between bouts 7 days, longest …
paralysed larynx Not rated yet
My dog is going in for a tie back operation. I am very concerned about the chances of him getting aspirational pneumonia after the op. Has anybody had …
leash problem Not rated yet
Hi,
I have a golden retriever who is able to obey several basic command: sit, stay, down etc.....
I tried leash training. While doing the training …
Maggie and her countertop jumping!!! Not rated yet
I have a 9 month old golden retriever and she is a typical busy puppy, but we are very frustrated with one thing in particular. She will not stay off …
Diarrhea in 3-month-old Golden Not rated yet
What to do about a 3 month old golden retriever with diarrhea???
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Not only is your Golden suffering from …
Paralyzed Not rated yet
My golden is paralyzed at the back end, cannot stand up.
Worming Prevention Not rated yet
Hi,
I was just wanting some opinions of other Golden owners.
I am currently using Programme as a method of worming prevention as prescribed by our …
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