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How are yellow lab/Golden Retriever mix dogs as pets?

I’m thinking about getting this yellow lab/golden retriever mix, but my mom isn’t fully convinced yet. The one I want is 3 years old and 88 pounds. She is worried about his size. He is good on a leash and is good with cats and dogs and small children. He is obedience and house trained. She is worried about money, and his size. What do you guys think? Also, how are lab/golden mixes as pets?

Considering the fact that this dog already has obedience and is house trained it is an excellent choice. As a professional dog trainer I have trained many of these breeds and find them to be awesome family dogs.

As far as cost and size go, you may have to feed a bit more than a Small Dog, but you’ll find if you buy a quality Dog Food, which you should for any size dog the amount of food you feed is not excessive. For instance a dog that size would most likely need 1.5 to 2 cups twice a day.
Here is an article on Pet Food with suggestions to add some real food you already eat which can also keep your dog food costs down: http://www.dogtrainingsandiego.com/2010/05/dog-food-same-cheeseburger-everyday/

Vet costs: Really the cost for treatment of a large dog versus a small dog is the same.

I would consider temperament and training as the key factor in deciding to get this dog. Sounds as though this dog has a thumbs up on both. I would recommend this dog as a good choice.

Dogs can add such joy to your life. A Lab/Golden follows the adding bliss to your life factor:

http://www.dogtrainingsandiego.com/2010/02/live-today-blissful-lessons-from-the-dog/

 

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