I have always been a pet lover and have owned multiple pets.  Twelve years ago I purchased a Golden Retriever puppy from a private breeder.  She has been a great pet and friend.  SHe is very loyal and was easy to train.  I now have a three year old daughter that just loves her.  Summer is gentle with her and watches over her as she does ogther children as well.  I also work twelve hour shifts and never have to worry about her messing in the house or chewing stuff up.  I have not had issyes with her hips either but occasionally she gets tendonitis in her paw/ankle.  She also has had multiple...