Golden Health

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Hi, i have a question. Im a little concerned about my golden, Daisy. She is a 1 year old golden retriever female, thats small for her age. My vet said she will most likey have a growth spurt, and become a little bigger. Well, that hasnt happened yet! I know females tend to be a little smaller then males. I appreciate your input on this. Thanx :)

[Albea]

Your vet is right, Goldens can grow until they are 18 months old. When Carina came home my vet couldn't believe she was six months old because she was rather small. Now she's 10 years old and 70 lbs. Sizes can vary a lot, my first Golden, also a female was very large, 90 lbs., my second was smaller, 75/80 lbs. Pups grow at their own pace.
In any case, what does it matter? A Golden is just as sweet, loving and smart no matter the size.:)
Please give Daisy a big hug from this other Golden mom.

[GoldenRetrLuver]

In any case, what does it matter? A Golden is just as sweet, loving and smart no matter the size.:


The size doesnt matter to me! I will love her always no matter what! I was just worried that there could be something wrong wih her! Thank You! I really appreciate it!
:)

[primabella]

Yeah, I'm a little concerned about Mick's size too. I wish he were just a little bigger but I don't think he'll grown anymore :(

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Hi, Primabella, i have a question. Is Mick a sheltie or a collie? He is so adorable!:) :)

[ParNone]

Hi GoldenRetrLuver!

I keep seeing Molly in your signature and have been wanting
to tell you.... "Post some pics of that gorgeous girl!!!":)

Par...

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Hi Par! Im kinda new to Pet talk, and i dont really know how to post pics:( if u could explain how, that would b great!:)

[ParNone]

Hey again GoldenRL!

Here's a link to some instructions on posting pics:

http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?threadid=7406

I've got a 9 month old Smooth Coated Collie, so I can't wait to
see pics of Molly.

Par...

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Thanx Again! Ill be sure to post Pics up of Molly and Daisy ASAP! Awww, smooths are so pretty, i would love to see pics of your smooth!:) :D

[ParNone]

I've got a slew of picture threads of him over in the general
section, but here ya go... here's one:

http://whitetrashdumbutt.homestead.com/files/oz_eye3.jpg

Par...

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Awwwww, adorable! that would be my molly without the long fur! He looks very sweet!:) Ill post mine as soon as i can!

[Logan]

Enjoy your "little" girl, and if she stays that way, it's ok!! :) I have two Golden girls, one middle sized one, Honey, who is about 63 pounds, and just perfect! The other, Lilly, fights her weight (like Mom :o ) and topped out at 97 pounds! Last time she was weighed, I think she was 84 pounds. But I have to watch her constantly! :)

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Thanx for your input on this, since then Daisy has grown about 2 inches taller! Well, i guess that was her growth spurt! Thanx again!:) :D