A popular breed

Retrievers are very popular breeds in Denmark, where Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers are particularly common. Their popularity is due to a combination of their interactivity with humans and other dogs, and of course because of their strong hunting properties, where they are reliable and faithful hunting friends, who are usually easy to train. Below is a brief presentation of the breeds. For more information about the individual breeds, their history and specific characteristics, please visit the joint website, www.dansk-retriever-klub.dk This website is very informative and there are links to the individual breed-specific clubs' websites, but also to general information about trials and shows. There are also countless good pictures of the dogs in different situations, as well as information and times of the many events held both locally and nationally. There is also good advice and guidance on acquiring a gun dog, input on training, puppy lists and much more. If you have one of the retriever breeds in mind for your next dog, it's a good idea to talk to breeders of the individual breeds. It might be worth taking a look at the dogs and talking about needs, training and characteristics. The Danish Retriever Club organises many activities that help ensure that the dogs can be trained and thereby go on to become well-functioning gun dogs. You may have different ambitions for the dog, but it is possible to train the breed for both field trials and shows. Training for field trials increases obedience, and will test the dog's temperament and game-catching skills. Equally, participating in field trials is exciting for those who like to compete.

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