Chapter 1: What Is a Golden Retriever?

The Golden Standard.

Gold Medal Athletes.

All That Glitters.

Chapter 2: Golden Retriever History.

Jolly Good Sports.

Mothers and Fathers of the Breed.

Getting to the USA.

The All-Purpose Golden.

Chapter 3: Why Choose a Golden?

The Social Golden.

Trainability and Intelligence.

Golden Temperament.

Regarding Other Creatures.

Chapter 4: Choosing Your Golden.

The Best Breeder.

Meeting the Puppies.

Your Adult Golden.

Almost Home.

Part II: Caring for Your Golden Retriever.

Chapter 5: Bringing Your Golden Home.

Confinement.

Fun Stuff!

Outdoor Puppy-Proofing.

Puppy Essentials.

The Big Day.

Puppy-Proofing Your Home.

Quality Time.

Chapter 6: Feeding Your Golden Retriever.

Commercial versus Natural Food.

Reading Dog Food Labels.

Feeding a Growing Golden.

Keeping Adults in Good Weight.

Golden Years: Fit, Not Fat.

Chapter 7: Grooming Your Golden Retriever.

Grooming Equipment.

Puppy Grooming.

Adult Grooming.

Bathing Your Golden.

Don’t Neglect the Nails.

Creepy Crawlies.

Making Your Environment Flea Free.

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Golden Healthy.

A Healthy Start.

Hereditary Diseases.

Common Canine Ailments.

What to Do in an Emergency.

When to Call the Veterinarian.

How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit.

Part III: Enjoying Your Golden Retriever.

Chapter 9: Training Your Golden Retriever.

Understanding Builds the Bond.

Practical Commands for Family Pets.

Training for Attention.

Teaching Cooperation.

Chapter 10: Housetraining Your Golden Retriever.

Your Housetraining Shopping List.

The First Day.

Confine Your Pup.

Watch Your Pup.

Accidents Happen.

Scheduling Basics.

Appendix: Learning More About Your Golden Retriever.

Some Good Books.

Magazines.

Clubs and Registries.

On the Internet.

Index.