#golden_retriever

[mamacowaugustine]

Golden Dogma - Issue Four - Page Four

Well this has been a long time coming...  I'm terribly sorry for the long wait, and I know this past week has been... a mess. So! to make it up to everyone, I have a new comic page! I... made this awhile ago, so whenever I get to page five this is gonna be a stark contrast.

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[hushloafs]

Which one is real?

Which one is real?

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[scruffypegasus]

AF24: Max

Art Fight 2024 Attack 015 (Surprise Attack)

Max belongs to SchwiftyBurito

[meowk9]

Golden Retriever Breed Profile - History, Characteristics, and Care Tips

If you're a dog lover, chances are you've heard of the Golden Retriever breed. These beautiful dogs are known for their friendly and gentle temperament, intelligence, and loyalty. They make great family pets and are also used as service and therapy dogs. In this article, Meowk9 will explore the history, characteristics, and care tips for the Golden Retriever breed. Meowk9 will cover everything from their origins as hunting dogs to their current status as one of the most popular breeds in the world. Breed Overview: - GROUP: Sporting - HEIGHT: 23 to 24 inches (males); 21.5 to 22.5 inches (females) - WEIGHT: 65 to 75 pounds (males); 55 to 65 pounds (females) - COAT: Medium-length double coat - COAT COLOR: Light to dark gold - LIFE SPAN: 10 to 12 years - TEMPERAMENT: Trustworthy, intelligent, playful, energetic. - HYPOALLERGENIC: No - ORIGIN: United Kingdom, Scotland

History of the Golden Retriever

The Golden Retriever breed has its origins in Scotland, where it was developed in the mid-19th century by Sir Dudley Marjoribanks, later known as Lord Tweedmouth. Marjoribanks was looking for a dog that could retrieve birds on land and water, and that was also loyal and obedient. He crossed several breeds, including the Tweed Water Spaniel, Irish Setter, Bloodhound, and St. John's Water Dog, to create the Golden Retriever. The breed was recognized by the Kennel Club of England in 1903 and by the American Kennel Club in 1925. The Golden Retriever quickly gained popularity in the United States and became one of the most popular breeds in the country. Today, they are still used as hunting dogs, but they are also commonly used as guide dogs, service dogs, therapy dogs, and search and rescue dogs.

Characteristics of the Golden Retriever

Appearance Golden Retrievers are medium to large-sized dogs, typically weighing between 55 and 75 pounds and standing 21 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder. They have a dense, water-repellent coat that can be various shades of gold, from pale to dark. Their coat requires regular brushing and occasional grooming to keep it in good condition. They have a muscular build and a friendly, intelligent expression. Temperament Golden Retrievers are known for their friendly and gentle temperament. They are highly social dogs that thrive on human companionship and attention. They are great family dogs and are known for their patience with children. Golden Retrievers are also highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them easy to train. They are adaptable dogs that do well in a variety of environments, from apartments to larger homes with yards. Health Like all breeds, Golden Retrievers are prone to certain health issues. Some of the most common health issues in Golden Retrievers include hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and eye problems such as cataracts and progressive retinal atrophy. It's important to have your Golden Retriever checked regularly by a veterinarian and to provide them with a high-quality diet and regular exercise to maintain their health and well-being.

Training and Exercise for Golden Retrievers

Training Golden Retrievers are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them easy to train. They are also very food-motivated, so using treats as rewards during training can be very effective. Positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and treats work well with Golden Retrievers, while punishment or harsh training methods can be counterproductive and even harmful to their sensitive nature. Golden Retrievers excel in obedience and agility training, and they also make great therapy and service dogs. They are often used as guide dogs for the blind and as emotional support animals. Exercise Golden Retrievers are energetic dogs that require regular exercise to stay healthy and happy. They enjoy a variety of activities, including walking, running, swimming, and playing fetch. It's important to provide your Golden Retriever with enough exercise to prevent boredom and destructive behaviors. A daily walk and playtime in a yard or park can provide sufficient exercise for most Golden Retrievers.

Grooming and Nutrition for Golden Retrievers

Grooming Golden Retrievers have a dense, water-repellent coat that requires regular brushing to keep it in good condition. Brushing their coat a few times a week can help prevent matting and keep their coat shiny and healthy. They also require occasional grooming, including trimming their nails, cleaning their ears, and bathing them as needed. Nutrition Golden Retrievers require a balanced diet to maintain their health and well-being. High-quality dog food that contains the appropriate balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates is essential. It's important to follow feeding guidelines based on your dog's weight and activity level, and to avoid overfeeding, as Golden Retrievers are prone to obesity.

Conclusion

The Golden Retriever breed is a wonderful choice for families looking for a friendly, loyal, and intelligent dog. They have a rich history as hunting dogs and have since become one of the most popular breeds in the world. With proper training, exercise, grooming, and nutrition, your Golden Retriever can lead a happy and healthy life. As with any breed, it's important to provide regular veterinary care and to be aware of any potential health issues.

Golden Retriever Breed FAQs

Are Golden Retrievers good with children? Yes, Golden Retrievers are known for their gentle and patient nature, which makes them great with children. Do Golden Retrievers shed a lot? Yes, Golden Retrievers have a thick, dense coat that sheds regularly. Regular brushing can help manage shedding. How often should I exercise my Golden Retriever? Golden Retrievers require daily exercise, such as a walk or playtime in a yard or park. Are Golden Retrievers good apartment dogs? Golden Retrievers can adapt to apartment living, but they require regular exercise and attention. How long do Golden Retrievers typically live? The average lifespan of a Golden Retriever is 10-12 years, but with proper care, they can live longer. Read the full article

[codingmemories]

Instances, also known as objects

Examples of a class

The code - def __init__(self): always has 'self' within the brackets. That's just how it is. It apparently "writes itself into the class."

class Dog:

def __init__(self):

With this method, just above - it runs the code for every printed class and closed parenthesis.

import random class Dog: info = 'a domesticated mammal size = 'the hight, length and with of a dog spicimen' def __init__(zen): print("I'm alive") zen.lucky_number = random.randint(1,10)

terrier = Dog() --- This line of code defines an instance before print. golden_retriever = Dog() print(terrier.lucky_number) --- here, variable is linked to the instance. print(golden_retriever.lucky_number)

Dog()

Dog()

Dog()

Dog()

Each of these repeats a print command for this class and only for classes. an error awaits those who try it elsewhere.

[davidsusan204]

Dog Training Fundamentals - 5 Key Dog Behaviour Factors That Affect Training

Whether you already have experience of dog ownership, are a new dog owner or are about to be a dog owner, then training your dog is one of the most important aspects you need to consider. Likewise if you currently have a dog with behaviour problems, then dog training is essential.

However, knowing you need to train your dog and actually training your dog are two entirely different things. Just where do you start?

To successfully train your dog, you need to consider and understand some key facets of dog behaviour. Knowing and understanding these 5 facets will greatly improve your dog training.

1. The origins of dogs. Dogs are in essence descended from modern day wolves. While domestication has dampened or eliminated many traits, some key natural instincts still remain. Like wolves, dogs are pack animals. What does this mean?

Well, there are several traits that derive from being a pack animal. The important ones when it comes to training are dogs are naturally sociable, they are used to routine and they are used to a social structure (i.e. the famed alpha male).

As sociable animals dogs thrive on the interaction with other dogs. A dog does not consider you as a human but rather a funny looking dog. Therefore, dogs thrive on the interaction with you. Just like a wild wolf, rejected by the pack, if you starve a dog of this interaction, they will become unhappy and very agitated.

When it comes to training, you can use this to reward or punish your dog. Interacting with your dog (e.g. patting, encouraging/excited talk, etc) can be as much of a reward as treats of food. Similarly, ignoring your dog (e.g. turning your back, stern talk, putting them in another room, etc) can be a harsh punishment for a dog. Its definitely better than smacking them.

As with all animals (including humans), dogs thrive on routine. If they know what and when they are likely to be doing certain things, then they are relaxed and comfortable. They know what to expect and are not confused by ever changing circumstances.

Training should also stick to a routine. Decide when the best time of the day is best for you to train your dog and stick by that time as rigidly as possible. Your dog will soon get into a routine of expecting to be trained at say 3pm every day and will be prepared for when training time comes. If your dog is ready and expecting to be trained, then it goes without saying that they will actually train better.

Within a pack there is always the alpha male. The dog that leads the pack, protects the pack and ultimately ensures the pack is fed and survives. As mentioned, a dog sees you as a funny looking dog and not a human. To be a good dog owner you absolutely need to be the alpha male. How many nature programs have you seen where the alpha male is being challenged by one of the other would be alpha males? Likewise, your dog will be challenging you to be the alpha male - this is a natural instinct for them.

You must establish yourself as the alpha male from the beginning. Providing food, interaction, punishing bad behaviour, body and vocal language all go towards asserting yourself as the alpha male. If your dog does not consider you as the alpha male, then they will not listen or act on your training instructions.

2. A dog's memory. We all know that goldfish have short memories. However, you may be surprised to know that dogs also have short retention memories. If you could tell your dog something, it is likely that by the next day or a few hours later, they will have forgotten. On the other had (or paw) dogs do have incredibly good associated memory. This basically means that if your dog can associated something with what you tell it then it will likely remember what you told it for years to come.

For example if you told your dog (assuming you could speak doggy language) that the chocolate biscuits were in the cupboard your dog would probably forget this within a few hours. However, if you showed your dog where the chocolate biscuits were, repeating the words 'chocolate biscuits', every time you said 'chocolate biscuits' it would probably go straight to the cupboard. It may also search the cupboard every few hours for the rest of its life looking for the chocolate biscuits but that's not the point.

Therefore, when training your dog you need to associate the training topic with something. For example: if you are teaching your dog to sit. If you associate the word 'sit' by getting your dog to physically sit and then giving them a reward. Repeat this a few times and soon your dog will associate your command 'sit' with it physically sitting and then getting a reward. The difficult bit is disassociating the reward - ask yourself why almost every dog will naturally sit when you have food in your hand?

3. Doggy language. Despite comments above, we cannot speak doggy language and dogs cannot speak our language. This is important when it comes to training. You have to choose words for commands that both you and your dog will remember. Be careful not to choose very common words or else your dog will be easily confused when this word keeps appearing within the middle of a sentence. A common word often used in training dogs is 'come'. For this example, it may be better to use a slang version or combine 'come here' into a single short word.

The important thing is that when you decide on a word for a command to stick with it and be consistent, otherwise your dog will become confused.

I know it can be difficult, especially if you come home to your new TV pulled off the cabinet, to always use pre-selected words when talking to your dog. Your dog does not speak human language and will only know what those few words you have trained it with are (and the tone you have used). So if you start using other words or different tones your dog will not understand.

For example: imagine someone speaking to you in a foreign language asking for directions to the city hall. You can't understand a word they are saying yet they get more and more frustrated, talking in a louder and quicker language. Is it your fault you can't understand them? Why are they getting angrier when you have no idea what they are saying? What is their problem? What will I do? Similarly, if you haven't trained your dog to understand what 'sit' is and you start shouting 'sit', 'down on back legs', 'down', etc is it your dog's fault it is looking at you confused and increasingly scared.

4. Puppy behaviour. Just like babies, puppies do not know how the world works or how they are supposed to behave within that world. They need to be taught and learn what is good, bad, right or wrong.

A healthy and happy puppy will be a bundle of energy, desperate to explore as much as they can as quickly as they can. Dogs do not have good eyes that can see things or hands that can feel the intricacies of objects. Instead they have noses that can smell things and mouths that can chew objects.

While this can come through training and general maturing, the importance of this is that you must be patient and understand where your dog is coming from and why it does what it does.

5. Structure and enjoyment. While I have in a round about way touched on these two above, no dog training information would be complete without mentioning these two aspects on their own.

However you decide to train your dog, as with routine, you must have a structure to your training. If you have never trained a dog before, how do you know when your dog can start learning to sit, stay, etc and when it can run down to the local shop and pick the paper up for you?

You need to know what it is you actually want to train your dog to ultimately be able to do and what steps you need to take to get to that point. Personnel dog trainers, dog training classes and dog training guides can all do this. Personally, I prefer to train my own dogs and believe that in the end you develop a much stronger bond with your dog. Also, your dog is more obedient to you rather than the trainer. However, at the very least, and particularly if you have never trained a dog before, I would recommend purchasing a dog training guide.

The small amount of money for a dog training guide, compared to the time you would waste searching for free online tips that will be a mix match of training and will not provide the structure, is just not worth it. More than that, the time saved in training and the end result of a properly trained dog for the rest of its life (around 15 years) is worth many times more than the cost of even the most basic training guide.

If you, and more importantly your dog, do not enjoy training then you will never properly train your dog. Training will take longer and be much harder. When you start training your dog remember they are most likely to be a puppy and at that age all they want to do is run and explore their new world. Be flexible with the time you plan to spend training. Try and keep training short but if your dog appears to be really enjoying it then be prepared to train for longer. Likewise if your dog will just not focus, then maybe leave it for a bit before going back to it. With a routine and structure to your training, your dog will soon learn that when it comes to training they need to focus for a short length of time and will be better able to do so.

I hope the above has been helpful in your desire to train your dog. By knowing why and how your dog does what it does, you should be able to understand it's behaviour much better. By using this understanding you can better bond with your dog and train your dog. A good training routine and structure as well as plenty of patience and eventually you will have a well trained dog. Always always always make sure training is enjoyable for both you and especially your dog.

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[mamacowaugustine]

Golden Dogma - Issue Four - Page 1

hey hey, babes! Golden Dogma's back again! i expect this issue to take quite a long time, so buckle up! as you can see i did a little experimenting this time around :3

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[leo-the-swaggy-boy]

Lockdown vibe 😢 #lazy_afrernoon #golden_retriever https://www.instagram.com/p/CDgQGWppUbu/?igshid=j3lufgqs0idu

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[mamacowaugustine]

Golden Dogma - Issue Four - Page 3

Okay- are we working? good.  HELLO, CUTIES! I'm terribly sorry for the long radio silence, life has kind of been rough lately! but im working on getting things back in order here soon. Golden Dogma will remain on indefinite hiatus until further notice however.  Thanks for your time, and patience, and willingness to stick around after all this time, it means the world to me ^^ -Mama Wolfe

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