Finding a Great Golden Retriever Forum

There are all kinds of rants and chants about golden retrievers lately, as they have become one of the most popular breeds. Naturally, there would be all kinds of gatherings for owners, experts, enthusiasts, and even wannabes. If you’re already thinking about Google, be prepared to be hit with a ton of websites and forums (as if you didn’t know).

I agree and in fact I advise you that if you are a golden retriever owner, it is good that you contact your counterparts. Don’t sit back and think that your angel golden retriever just came down from the heavens and is extremely unique. I can’t promise you won’t occasionally run into those who are properly BS.ing.

Forums tend to focus on key topics like; there would be a forum dedicated to the training of puppies, another to the health of dogs, or better yet to the general care of your pet. So where should you start if you’re looking for ‘red’, such as it is?

The Internet is a good place to start, but remember, all the rules online still apply. Emphasize only those association websites that have an easily verifiable physical address. Find a forum or group closest to you, your town or city. No virtual forums.

Many of the forums require you to register (mostly free) to gain access to more information. It’s okay, you can do it. But if they ask you for more personal details like credit card information, then you should be a bit skeptical.

Also, make sure that you are in control of the communication that can be sent to you; otherwise, they could easily be drowning your mailbox before you know it.

Your local vets should give you some ideas or contacts. They will probably be stakeholders or members of these forums. Keep vets very close, as you may need to verify some advice (like, shoot your dog!) and the information you gather from these forums.

Keep in mind that some experiences or occurrences are unique and rare, and some breeds may be crosses and therefore different from your golden retriever. Kennel clubs should also have lists of affiliate groups and forums, which they should be happy to share.

Some will actually cost money to sign up, so check that you are getting value for money. Some fees may be a scam considering the returns on the money you are investing. For example, you wouldn’t want to pay money to find out that your dog came from England in the 19th century and that there are American and English varieties of it, right?

Essentially, these forums should be able to expose you to the world of golden retrievers, whether you already own one or intend to get one.