A scary Golden???? Ok... I admit Goldens can have bad temperments too but it is not in keeping with the breed standard. These dogs are happy go lucky and want to play and have fun with everyone.

Dusty (my Golden boy) barks when someone walks down the road. His tail also wags 100 miles and hour. He is trained not to leave the yard but if I hear him bark then I will go outside and if the person walking is receptive, I will let him go greet them. His bark stops when he gets my attention. I believe it is his way of saying, "mom, someones coming and I want to say hi." Dusty is your typical Golden and doesn't have a mean bone in his body. He just thinks he should be the neighborhood greeter!

Body language will tell you if this is a mean Golden or one just trying to get your attention for a few pets and some fun. Notice the tail. Is it wagging or between the legs? What are the hackles like? Are they flat or standing? Are the ears perked or flat? A dogs body language will tell if he is friendly or mean.

If all of the body language is positive except for the bark, then I would say this Golden wants to play with Micki and not attack him. However, if you are not certain, use caution to protect you pup.