We highly recommend that you educate yourself about the Golden Retriever before deciding if it is the right breed for your family.  There are genetic hip, heart, elbow and eye concerns with the Golden Retriever breed.  For detailed information please click on the following links:

Genetic Health Concerns: "The Big Four"

Breed History:

English Goldens in North America:

We also recommend that Golden Retriever owners should join their local clubs.  Learn about conformation, obedience, agility, rally, therapy ... and much more!  Club membership is educational and lots of fun.... for you and your golden!! 

To go to the Valle Del Sol Golden Retriever Club website: