Originally posted by GoldenAngel
Ok, I think that is a very good idea to look for a GOlden retriever club that my husband and I could participate in with our new dog.
How would I GO about finding one in California?
Can I do an online search for them or use the phone book?
At what age can the puppy be involved in the activies from this kind of club?
Get your pup learning from the second you bring her home! Be careful not to get her around other dogs until she has her second set of vaccinations (usually around 9 weeks of age). After proper vaccination, take her around as many dogs as you can just to get the pup socialized in a non formal setting. The better you socialize your dog when it is a pup the better off you and the dog will be when it is an adult!

This link will take you to the GRCA listing of Golden Clubs in California.
http://www.grca.org/localclubs.asp?state=California

If you go to the GRCA home page you can search almost anything and everything you want to know about Goldens. A lot of really knowledgable people have contributed to the site. As a member of the GRCA myself and a friend of many others who are members, I can testify that the information on their site is accurate and very informational.

That being said, can I stress.... don't limit yourself to only one club. Most all breed clubs do wonderful work with many dogs and offer many more opportunities for your dog to explore. The AKC lists many clubs that may offer you other possibilities and perhaps may be closer to you than a Golden club. Here is the link to follow for the AKC searching for specific clubs.

http://www.akc.org/clubs/search/index.cfm

Your other questions have been addressed so all I can say is Happy researching! Between the wonderful GRCA information and the link to AKC clubs in your area.... you should be on your way to a fun future with your new pup!