Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Clever

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Gentle
Social
Kind
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Trustworthy
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Duskys are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Petite Golden Retrievers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Siberian Husky, Dachshund

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Golden Retriever

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue
White
Silver
Sable
Gray

Cream
Red

Duskys have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Petite Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Wavy

A Dusky can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Petite Golden Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Syringomyelia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart Disease
Urinary Stones

Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Microphthalmia
Hypodysmyelinogenesis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Neurologic Exam
Ophthalmic Examination

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiogram
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Dusky has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Petite Golden Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Duskys are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Petite Golden Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dusky, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Petite Golden Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Duskys usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Petite Golden Retrievers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-55 pound (11 - 25 kg) Dusky feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 13-75 pound (6 - 34 kg) Petite Golden Retriever feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Dusky is somewhere $1.40 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Petite Golden Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

Duskys are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Petite Golden Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Duskys have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Petite Golden Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Duskys are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Petite Golden Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Duskys are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Petite Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Duskys are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Petite Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

Duskys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Petite Golden Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.