K & M Golden Retrievers

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K & M Golden Retrievers We are a small family ran program located in Cadillac, Mi. 49601. We raise Golden Retrievers

10/09/2026

Izzy has met her match. 👀🤖

We got a new robot mop, and the little lit-up water tank has turned into Izzy's personal mirror. She can't decide if that golden girl in there is a friend, a rival, or just really, really pretty. (Spoiler: it's all three.) 💛

P.S. Please ignore the golden glitter floating through the air. I skipped vacuuming on purpose so the new robot would have a fair test. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. ✨

Why does your Golden greet you with a toy in their mouth? Blame Scotland! Goldens were developed in the 1800s to retriev...
09/30/2026

Why does your Golden greet you with a toy in their mouth?

Blame Scotland! Goldens were developed in the 1800s to retrieve ducks and geese for hunters, and they were bred to carry them gently without a single tooth mark. That instinct never left.

So when your pup trots over with a sock, a slipper, or your kid's stuffed animal... they're not being naughty. They're bringing you a gift, just like their ancestors did! 🦆

💡 Golden tip: Keep a "greeting toy" by the door. When guests arrive, hand it over and your Golden gets to satisfy that urge to carry while keeping four paws on the floor.

Tell us: what's your Golden's favorite thing to carry around? 👇🏼

09/28/2026

🍂 Fall is officially arriving here at K & M 🍂

Up here in Northern Michigan, the maples are turning, the mornings are crisp, and our goldens are LIVING for it. There's nothing quite like watching a pack of golden retrievers bounce through crunchy leaves. 🐾

Around here, fall means:

🍁 Long morning walks through the woods
🍁 Muddy paws and happy tails
🍁 Leaf piles that never stay piled for long
🍁 Cozy evenings with a golden (or more) at our feet

And the fun isn't over yet… we may have some little "pumpkins" arriving around Halloween. 👀🎃 Stay tuned!

What's your golden's favorite part of fall? Drop a photo in the comments! 👇

Since you all loved learning about the "soft mouth" — here's how to work WITH it, not against it.Because Goldens are wir...
09/16/2026

Since you all loved learning about the "soft mouth" — here's how to work WITH it, not against it.

Because Goldens are wired to carry things, that instinct can turn into a fun game called "Find It" that channels their natural retrieving drive:

The "Find It" Game:

1. Show your Golden a toy, then toss it a few feet away and say "find it!"

2. As they pick it up, get excited and call them back

3. When they bring it to you, trade for a treat and immediate praise

4. Gradually increase distance, or hide the toy for them to sniff out

This does double duty: it burns mental and physical energy (a tired Golden is a happy Golden), and it teaches a reliable "bring it here" instead of a game of keep-away when they've got something in their mouth.

Bonus tip: Because of that famous soft mouth, this is also the perfect game to practice a gentle "drop it" — since they're not biting down hard, it's an easy, low-pressure way to build the habit early.

Did you know? Golden Retrievers have a "soft mouth."It's one of the traits they were originally bred for. Back in 19th-c...
09/15/2026

Did you know? Golden Retrievers have a "soft mouth."

It's one of the traits they were originally bred for. Back in 19th-century Scotland, hunters needed a dog that could retrieve downed birds from land and water without damaging them — so Goldens were developed with an incredibly gentle bite that lets them carry a raw egg in their mouth without cracking it.

That same soft mouth is why so many Goldens grow up loving to carry things around the house — shoes, toys, the occasional sock — not out of mischief, but because carrying is quite literally in their DNA.

It's also part of why they make such wonderful family dogs and service dogs: that gentleness isn't trained in, it's bred in. 💛

Have a Golden who's a champion "carrier"? Drop a photo of their favorite thing to tote around below! 👇

🐾 New Puppy? Start Here: Training Tips That Actually Work 🐾Bringing home a puppy is exciting — and a little overwhelming...
09/14/2026

🐾 New Puppy? Start Here: Training Tips That Actually Work 🐾

Bringing home a puppy is exciting — and a little overwhelming! Here are a few tips to set your new best friend up for success:

1. Start Early
Training begins the moment your puppy comes home. You don't need to wait for a "formal" class — every interaction is a training opportunity.

2. Consistency Is Everything
Use the same cues, same routine, same expectations every time. Puppies thrive on predictability, and mixed signals only slow things down.

3. Short, Positive Sessions
5–10 minutes, a few times a day, beats one long session. Keep it fun and always end on a win.

4. Reward What You Want to See
Positive reinforcement (treats, praise, play) builds a puppy who wants to work with you — not one who's just avoiding trouble.

5. Socialization Matters As Much As Obedience
New sights, sounds, people, and surfaces during the critical window (before ~16 weeks) shape a confident, adaptable adult dog. Just make sure to do it safely until they are fully protected.

6. Crate Training = Freedom Later
A properly introduced crate isn't a punishment — it's a safe den that helps with potty training and gives your puppy (and you!) a break.

7. Patience Over Perfection
Puppies are babies. Accidents and setbacks are normal. Celebrate small wins and stay consistent — it pays off.

💛 What training challenge is your puppy giving you right now? Drop it below!

08/28/2026

This little guy turned the swingset into his personal amusement park 🐾 He’s since moved on to his forever family, but we’ll never get tired of rewatching this joy in motion.

Awe look at Mika and Journey, best cheer duo around!!
08/27/2026

Awe look at Mika and Journey, best cheer duo around!!

08/19/2026

✈️ Getting ready for takeoff! Before this little one heads to his forever home, we’re making sure his very first flight feels like a breeze.

We picked up the exact same carrier his mom will be using so he can start getting comfortable with it early — sniffing it out, relaxing inside, and building positive associations well before travel day. A little prep now means a much calmer pup in the air later!

Small steps, big confidence. This is all part of how we set our puppies (and their new families) up for success from day one.

08/18/2026

Crate training doesn’t have to be stressful — it can be downright cozy! 🐾 Three of our American Legends girls are learning that the crate = a safe, happy place, especially when it comes with a West Paw Toppl full of goodies. Slow, positive exposure now means confident, relaxed adult dogs later.

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2231 E. 32 Road
Cadillac, MI
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