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10 Things That Make Golden Retrievers Unique

Golden retriever owners will agree with these experiences.

Amanda Gillette

May 29, 2018

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10 Things That Make Golden Retrievers Unique

Amanda Gillette

I just returned home from college and was reunited with my best friend—my golden retriever! Although he's growing up fast, I can see those key traits all golden retrievers have, that he'll never outgrow. Those of you who own golden retrievers will agree that this breed of dog is incredibly unique!

1. That moment when you look at your puppy's paws and think, "God, I've got a real Clifford on my hands..."

Nothing beats the cuteness of a puppy's floppy, oversized ears! They're also the ultimate indicator of our furry friends' happiness!

3. However many walks you take, you can never tire them out.

Golden retrievers are known to be high-energy dogs that crave a (hyper)active lifestyle, but no matter how in shape you think you are, chasing after your golden will always leave you winded.

4. Not to mention, their endless curiosity!

Every Golden retriever owner has a long list of ridiculous stories about their dog's shenanigans. My dog has an acquired taste for my dad's leftover coffee!

5. And when it's time for a bath? Get ready!

You know it's a problem when you have guests over, invite them to sit down, and they one look at your couch and say, "No thanks, I'd rather stand." Fortunately, I found that laying a blanket over the couch seat does the trick!

7. Though their fluffy coat keeps them warm in their favorite season.

Golden retrievers are the dogs that stick their entire heads into snowbanks, just to see how far down they can go. They are also the masters of snow angels!

8. But be sure to give them love and care, because they miss you when you go.

My dog waited by the door all day for my mom to get home from work! Golden retrievers are some of the most caring dog breeds; they form real emotional attachments to their owners and will do anything to protect those they love.

9. And though they can be masterful escape artists...

My golden tried to dig a hole under the fence! Am I that bad of a dog owner?!

10. They never leave your heart.

Life with a golden is tough but rewarding. Golden retrievers are big dogs that can cause big trouble--but they also have the biggest hearts. If you own a golden, you know exactly what I mean. If you don't, I urge you to open your heart to a furry friend of your own!

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10 Things That Make Golden Retrievers Unique

Golden retriever owners will agree with these experiences.

1. That moment when you look at your puppy's paws and think, "God, I've got a real Clifford on my hands..."

3. However many walks you take, you can never tire them out.

4. Not to mention, their endless curiosity!

5. And when it's time for a bath? Get ready!

7. Though their fluffy coat keeps them warm in their favorite season.

8. But be sure to give them love and care, because they miss you when you go.

9. And though they can be masterful escape artists...

10. They never leave your heart.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

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7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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