Why is my golden retriever puppy not active?

Possible reasons are not getting the right diet, illness, hot weather, not getting enough exercise, depression or it might be the case that it is naturally not very active. It is also important to consider that Golden Retriever puppies do sleep for 15 to 20 hours daily.

Why is my puppy not as playful?

There are many reasons why a dog may not instinctively engage in play with its human owners. For example, a dog kept in a kennel for breeding may have little positive interaction or experience with humans. A rescue dog may have been injured by its owner, or a puppy may simply be shy.

How long does it take for a puppy to be playful?

“Around 8 weeks, they start to be more playful, so [engage in] gentle play with them.”

How much should a 45 day puppy sleep?

Although puppies are little bundles of energy, they usually sleep 18-20 hours a day. One minute your puppy may be a miniature tornado, and the next he’s fallen soundly asleep, almost mid-dash.

Is it normal for a golden retriever puppy to be lazy?

It is usually out of the ordinary for a Golden Retriever to be tired, lazy, or lethargic in the extreme. I think it’s important to keep in mind that most Golden Retrievers, once out of early puppyhood, will sleep a good portion of the day if exercised adequately.

How do I exercise my golden retriever puppy?

They need to have hard consistent exercise daily (20-30 minutes twice a day is usually sufficient) or they may have difficulty adjusting to the “calm house pet” role expected by most owners. A fenced in yard is especially important in providing the dog enough exercise.

How do I make my puppy playful?

A Few Tips

1. Keep toys for play time out of your dog’s reach when you are not playing with him.
2. Rotate the toys.
3. When first trying to encourage play, buy a variety of toys – different sizes, textures, colors (dogs see limited colors, so it can make a difference), sounds, etc., – until you find out what your dog likes.

Why is my golden retriever not energetic?

There are several reasons that could be causing your dog to appear tired and listless. The most common causes of lethargy in dogs are: Infection, including parvovirus, distemper, kennel cough and leptospirosis. Metabolic diseases, such as heart problems, liver problems, diabetes, and hypoglycaemia.

How much exercise does a golden retriever puppy need?

When given the proper training, a Golden Retriever puppy can grow up to be the perfect house dog. What are the Golden Retriever puppy exercise limits? A good rule of thumb is that puppies require 5 minutes of exercise per month they are alive, twice a day.

How often should I Feed my Golden Retriever puppy?

Feed your golden retriever puppy three to four times a day (preferably at a similar time when you eat). If after 30 minutes of placing the feeding bowl on the ground the dog has not eaten, remove the bowl and wait for its next feeding time.

When to take your golden retriever to the vet?

If you notice your dog gets more tired than usual or has fainted, you should take it to the vets so he or she can be diagnosed. The average lifespan of a golden retriever is around 10 to 12 years, though there are cases of dogs that have lived up to the age of 20 years of age.

When can a golden retriever puppy go in the water?

Get your puppy familiar with water first after they are 3 months old. Let them wade into the water in a small pond, by the water’s edge or a dog paddling pool. But it’s not safe to let them loose into deep water. Golden Retrievers are meant for retrieving, so a good game of fetch will come naturally to them.