Can you shave a short hair golden retriever?

Sariss

Yes.

Catsmine

Why?

shazamataz

There is absolutely no need to "shave" them.

If you are worried about your dog being hot, then there are othe ways to keep them cool.

Shaving a short haired dog will only serve to make the dog itchy and more than probably give it clipper rash.

Catsmine

First you need to learn to tell the difference between a Labrador and a Golden.

JudyKayTee

You can shave any dog - the question is why, is it safe, is it sensible?

Are you talking about a lab or a golden?

I have a Gordon Setter - a "cousin" to a golden and I've had Labs in the past. Why would you want to shave a similar dog (a golden)? What does your Vet say?

They have those coats for a reason. I've seen dogs shaved because their coats are so entangled they could not be properly groomed and they were having skin problems but I've never seen a dog such as a golden shaved for any other reason.

ruckusluvr

we shave goldens all the time. I dont recommend it. You really have to be careful of sun burn. and it does make them a little itchy.