We would suggest, for those of you who are not familiar with the characteristics of this breed, that you spend a few minutes reading about what to look for in the overall appearance and personality of the Golden Retriever at the following web site, The Golden Retriever: An Illustrated Commentary On The Breed Standard
www.grcc.net/grccillustratedbreedstandard.htm

For Sound information on how to choose a puppy and how to choose the right breed for your personality and life style
http://www.ckc.ca

There is much valuable information in the following web sites: 

www.canadogs.com

www.grca.org/acquiring.htm

www.canadasguidetodogs.com

www.canadiangoldens.com

www.grcc.net (Golden Retriever Club of Canada)

www.geocities.com/grbao_2000 (Golden Retrievers Breeders Association of Ontario)

www.ovc.uoguelph.ca/friends_supporters/pet_trust.shtm (Pet Trust)

http://www.geocities.com/SoHo/Exhibit/3324/petportraits.html (Pet Portraits)