Give me an overview of Golden Retriever puppies for sale in Philadelphia PA.
No. A search for the cheapest Golden Retrievers for sale in Philadelphia will take you to some disreputable characters -- puppy mills and backyard breeders. These unqualified folks often have puppies that are predisposed to developing health and behavioral problems. Best to stick with our network of pros and their fair prices.
How easy are Golden Retrievers to train?
They take to training better than most breeds. With high intelligence and an inborn drive to please people, any Philadelphia Golden Retriever for sale you select can learn complex commands rather quickly. It's good to remember that they're sensitive, so best to keep the training sessions positive -- with treats aplenty!
Are Golden Retriever puppies in Philadelphia available right now?
Maybe. Just be aware that any Philadelphia Golden Retriever puppies for sale on the site today might be gone tomorrow. Popular pooches seem to go pretty fast! We don't pressure buyers (puppies tend to sell themselves!) but do point out that any furry friend you're interested in probably won't wait around long.
Where did Golden Retrievers originally come from?
For that, we thank Lord Tweedmouth. No, that's not a Harry Potter character, it's a 19th-century Scottish aristocrat who set out to create the perfect hunting dog. His breeding program began by crossing a Yellow Flatcoated Retriever with a now-extinct Tweed Water Spaniel. A few Spaniels and Setters in the mix later -- he had a Golden Retriever!
Are the Golden Retriever puppies Philadelphia breeders offer available for in-person pickups?
Each of the Philadelphia Golden Retriever breeders and companies may have different transportation policies. So you can contact them to see what your options are. You can also get lots of information from them about your puppy -- everything from its lineage and health history to its current diet and the milestones it has passed.
How does Uptown Puppies work?
All you need to do is start scrolling through those darling doggies on the site. One will catch your eye -- perhaps one of the Golden Retrievers for sale Philadelphia breeders and businesses have listed. Contact the breeder. Get your questions answered. Talk about transportation. That's it! Soon, that pup will be yours.
How do I know the Golden Retriever puppies for sale Philadelphia breeders have are healthy?
Each of our network's professional Golden Retriever breeders in Philadelphia and elsewhere offers comprehensive health exams. These "nose-to-tail" check-ups examine every important physiological aspect of your potential pup. You get documented proof that the pup you're bringing home is in perfect health!
What are the dietary needs of Golden Retrievers?
As the top Golden Retriever breeders Philadelphia has can tell you, protein is highly important for these big and energetic pooches. Diets that have a protein content of up to 30% are optimal, balanced by an equal amount of carbs, plus fats that provide important Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. And best if the protein comes from meat or fish instead of meat by-products.
Are the Philadelphia Golden Retrievers for sale considered "designer dogs?"
No. Any of the Golden Retriever for sale Philadelphia breeders and companies list on the site are purebreds, descended from a long line of other Golden Retrievers. Designer dogs are mixes of two distinct purebreds. For example, if you cross a Golden Retriever with a Yorkshire Terrier you get an adorable Goldenshire.
Couldn't I just get a dog from a shelter?
You very well could, and we wouldn't dissuade you from checking out a reputable shelter. We're different, offering what shelters can't. For example, any Golden Retriever Philadelphia shelters have may be a mystery in terms of health and history. Whereas with Uptown you get comprehensive information about your new four-legged friend.
