CARE FOR GOLDENS
CARE FOR GOLDENS
We don’t raise Goldens. We CARE.
What follows are practices that we have developed through the years based on our own experience and knowledge. We constantly learn new things and encourage you to add your own science to the best. The care you provide depends on the lifestyle you want with your Golden. You can compare notes with other breeders and your connection with your dog. We are thankful to the multiple people that have provided us with support and advice. Thank you Tom, Shilo and especially Daniel. We thank our parents and kids for their presence and constant help.
CONTENT OF THIS PAGE
- 1. Cheatsheet DOG NEEDS by WEEK: describes foods, medication, immunization and supplement we give our pups from week 1 to week 16.
- 2. Cheatsheet FOOD SCHEDULE: describes the portions of food we give from week 8 to week 16.
- 3. Products We Keep Handy 1 - describes dry foods, medications, vaccines and heartworm.
- 4. Products We Keep Handy 2 - describes Tick&Fleas, bath, ear, nails and combating vaccine reaction.
1. A Weekly Cheatsheet about food and vaccines
- WEEK 1: Mom Nurses
- WEEK 2: Mom Nurses, Deworming
- WEEK 3: Mom Nurses, Deworming
- WEEK 4: Mom Nurses, Deworming, Introduce Puppy Food soft boiled rice with Momo Pro-Livin® Name
- WEEK 5: Puppy Food / Mom Nurses / Deworming
- WEEK 6: Puppy Food / First Vaccine (Canine Spectra 5) + Heartworm Tablet, Deworm, Canine Spectra 5, Livering. Outside, Cedar on ground and rinse paws
- WEEK 7: Puppy Food, Bath, Neem oil, Nail trim, Deworm, Canine Spectra 9
- WEEK 8: Puppy Food, Bath, Nail trim, Deworm, Canine Spectra 9
- WEEK 9: Puppy Food, Deworm, Neem oil
- WEEK 10: Puppy Food, Rabies
- WEEK 12-14: Canine Spectra 9, Deworm
- WEEK 16: Rabies
2. A Weekly Schedule of food portions
| Week | Daily Portion |
|---|---|
| 8–10 | 3x/day – 1/3 cup |
| 10–12 | 3x/day – 3/4 cup |
| 12–14 | 3x/day – 1 cup |
| 14–16 | 2x/day – 1 1/2 cups |
| 16–24 | 2x/day – 2 cups |
| 24–32 | 2x/day – 2 1/2 cups |
3. FOOD & SUPPLEMENTS
ADULT DOGS FOOD
After 8–12 months we move from puppy food to adult or all-stage food. We recommend gradually switching from half/half to full portions. Some dogs need more protein; others need grains or fruits. We suggest you observe what your dog responds to best. See below for brands.
PUPPY FOOD
We feed our puppies up to six months with puppy food. Also, we promote free access to puppy food starting at three weeks until two months after weaning.
SUPPLEMENTS
Supplements are an important part of good food. We regularly give the three supplements shown below to improve the health of our Goldens.
Deworming, Vaccination & Heartworm Protection
FOR PUPPIES
Pyrantel Pamoate Suspension
By Columbia Laboratories
32 oz. for $40
Buy at: Countrysidpet.com
Dosage: 1 ml for every 5 pounds
Deworm every 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 weeks. Administer orally. Puppies love the taste.
FOR ADULT DOGS
Safe-guard Dewormer (Fenbendazole)
100 ml for $112
Buy at: Countrysidpet.com
Dosage: 1 ml for every 5 pounds
Start after 18 months old. Administer for three days monthly.
Vaccine: Canine Spectra 5
At Tractor Supply – $5
Administer when puppies turn 6 weeks.
Vaccine: Canine Spectra 9
At Tractor Supply – $5
Administer at weeks 9, 12, 16 and yearly.
Vaccine: Rabies
Administered at 16 weeks and annually by a vet.
Product: Nobivac Rabies
Nuheart – Heartworm
From Canadvavet.com – $45 for 12 month supply per dog
Generic version of Heartgard. Shipped from Australia.
Order a month in advance. No prescription needed.
Why This Matters?
We don’t just breed for looks—we breed for a lifelong bond. These Goldens represent the heart of our program, and we’re proud to introduce their future litters into loving homes nationwide.