i would like to get a puppy from the retriever group, i wont one that is friendly with everybody and obiedient off lead. which retriever should i choose??? (excluding the lab) - had lots of these.

I’ve got 2 golden retrievers and they’re absolutely wonderful. They’re both intelligent, loyal and fantastic company and in my eyes the only breed, however which ever breed you choose it will only be obedient if trained correctly, it’s very time consuming but well worth while, perhaps you should join an obedience training club, it can be great fun. I can take my dogs anywhere and do all the time and always feel really proud of them.

Best of luck in your choice and new puppy

Hiya
I think, in all fairness, it is a matter of taste.
All retrievers a lovely dogs, it just depends what you want from it, looks etc.
As long as you are prepared to dedicate a lot of time to it, you will end up with a fabulous dog, whatever the breed.
Why not have a look at all of them, ring breed clubs etc and decide which one best suits you. Everyone has looks preferences, so which one is yours?

As long as it comes from a good breeder, you shouldnt have a problem with behaviour/temperament etc.
Good luck.
steph
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hey well i love the nova scotia retriever, flat coat and chessie but dont know which one out of the 3 i should choose????

from what ive seen of chessies im not sure theyre the easiest of dogs to own, ---a flatcoat might be a better option, :D

yes but ive just found out that there is a worrying increase of cancer attacting young flat coats, in their bones. what bout the toller???? i need some good and bad points on them, if anyone can help

where did you get the information on of bone cancer in young f/c,yes we do have cancer in the breed up to 50% will get bergin or full cancer,at some time in their life but still live on to a good age,the avage age for a f/c is 8 1/2 years old,the breed on the whole has it health problems like other breeds,but our society dose look into the problem,but there are other breeds out there that have big and more health problems than the flatcoated retriever,

if you want to call me for a chat on the breed f/c you are more than welcome on 01252310267.

terri.
glenturret f/c under the gundog on this site to.

I think also that there are many breeds that have health problems which aren't even looked into or maybe discussed between breeders. It's just that some breeds have realised their problems and done something about it.

I don't think that I could have a flatcoat as I would want my dog to live more than 9 years, but from what I can see they are a wonderful breed and you'd have a good 8 years with one and that's the main thing. I'm sure that at least if you know the problems in a breed at least you can be prepared (don't know whether this is quite the right word) for when the dreaded day comes.

hi diana
can you give me a ring,sorry but i have not been well that why i didnt go to brimmingham last week,i just think the pass year is catching up with now,plus the computer been out of action the last 3 week which delated all my address and post though aug,are you going to richmong tommrow,i will it only up the road 10 min drive.

take care

terri

i know nothing about tollers-how about a spinone. i met a fabullous one at the pedigree stand at birmingham last week, it was like looking into a persons eyes, the expression was fabulous. -or wire haired pointers, they seen sound healthy dogs, ???

spins are wonderful but a little bit too big, we are looking for a dog smaller than the lab, thats why we are interested in the toller. they seem perfect for us

Tollers are lovely (friends have 5) but need firm handling and 'work' to do :)

Daisy

Hi,

Its got to be a Golden so biased but to me they are a dog for all reasons.
They are so versatile they can turn a paw to anything fantastic natures.willing to please,great with children,easy to train,not too big or small just need to find yourself a good quality breeder and do your research and you will have many happy golden years together.

Briony :-)

would of classed goldies as a big breed of dog, ??????? what about a welsh springer ?

hi!
well, i think tollers tend to be difficult to train.

they do need a lot of excersise, and may not be totaly suttable if you have cats etc.
However, they dont tend to be a barker.
They also tend to shed a fair bit, but if you have the time and commitment, then it could be the right breed for you! good luck...

EDITED to say:
i know you may not seen keen ofn spinone's, but they are easier, in general to train, dont tend to need as much excersise (they need about 60 mins), and thy may be more suited to families with pets.
they do tend to cost more, however....