Golden Retrievers are gorgeous and extremely lovable and friendly dogs.  They have a long tail and floppy ears and mid length feathered hair that is a cream to golden colored coat.  Since they are so smart and they love to please their owners they are easy to train.  This breed is very active and they absolutely love to swim and retrieve, they love their children and are truly a family dog.  They are friendly with everyone and with other dogs and pets.  They can be very vocal when letting their family be aware of strange noises or possible intruders.  This dog needs to be with happy like-minded people much like their temperament.  This breed is best at hunting, tracking, retrieving, narcotics detection, agility, competitive obedience and performing tricks.  This dog was developed in the British Isles from a yellow flat-coated retriever, a light coated Tweed Water spaniel and other spaniels and setters.  They originally named the Golden flat-coated.  This is one of the most popular and sought after family and companion dogs and is readily used as a guide for the blind, therapy dog and a service dog for the disabled.  

We have the perfect dog lover gift at Keepsakes Etc. it is sure to please any dog lover or Golden Retriever owner that you know.  This dog gift is a Golden Retriever throw blanket that features this happy and friendly breed in a head shot with a backdrop of a grassy field and a sharp border that highlights the dog.  A Golden Retriever throw blanket is the perfect gift because it is functional and can be used for decoration or for relaxation. Look no further for a unique holiday dog gift for the dog lover or owner in your life, they will treasure this Golden Retriever throw blanket for years to come.