Meet Ellie Blue ❤️. She is the mom to our amazing puppies and one of the two reasons they are so cute!! Ellie is an English Golden Retriever which means her heritage started over the pond in Europe. I will put more info about it below the pictures of her.
She is on the smaller side and weighs in at only about 45 lbs and comes up to about our knees. You can see by the description below this is more common in English retrievers.
One of my favorite things about her is her smile. She has one of the best smiles I've ever seen. She has a gorgeous blocky retriever head, beautiful black points, dark brown eyes, ultra-light fur. She is almost white but has a few patches of cream on her ears, a little around her eyes, and her chest....we just think she's beautiful. When we are out walking with her we often get stopped and asked what kind of dog she is because she is so pretty and very few people have seen English Golden Retrievers before.
When choosing puppies it’s so SO important to know about the parents and the puppies she has, have the best there is! Ellie is sweet, gentle, super smart, very obedient, super goofy (we have a video of her on our Instagram page chasing leaves 😂), easy to train, LOVES to play- especially if it’s fetching, and has been the best and sweetest mom to her babies.
When breeding a dog for the first time you never really know if a mom will be good or not. She has been a 🌟 rockstar 🌟. She is a very attentive mom. We have been so so happy with our girl. She has been such a great dog and is now a fantastic mom.
Now we'd like to give you a little more info about English Cream Retrievers.
1. They are actually called Rare White European Retrievers
Recently, the term English Cream Golden Retriever has been popping up everywhere, but what dog breed are they?
Sometimes referred to as Rare White European Retrievers or Exquisite Platinum Imported Golden Retrievers, these canines are often claimed to be healthier than standard Golden Retrievers.
However, this is untrue.
An English Cream Golden Retriever is a Golden Retriever that is paler in coat color and English in origin.
2. English Cream Golden Retrievers Were First Bred in Scotland
First seen in Scotland, the English Cream Golden Retriever was bred somewhere between 1854 and 1894.
Around 1868, Baron Tweedmouth of Guisachan bred together his two rare dogs, Wavy Coated Retriever x Tweed Water Spaniel (both now extinct).
The four puppies were used as gundogs and favored for their “soft mouth” grip.
Their skill of retrieval was unrivaled as they could retrieve both in water and on land.
Over time this breed made its way over to America, the first records show the Golden Retriever popping up in America in around 1910.
Shortly afterward, in November 1925 the first Retriever was registered with the American Kennel Club being named the American Golden Retriever.
3. English Cream Golden Retrievers Have Three Bloodlines
English Golden Retrievers and American Golden Retrievers aren’t two different breeds, and they are both recognized as ‘Golden Retriever’ by the American Kennel Club (AKC).
It is important to understand the difference between American, English, and Canadian Golden Retrievers.
While they are all descended from the same original bloodline, transatlantic breeding has caused slight variations in the breed and breed standards.
Despite their slightly different appearance, personality variations are uncommon, and all three bloodlines have similar temperaments.
English Cream Golden Retrievers have a broad head and body but are the smallest of the three.
Standing between 20 and 22 inches, they are easy to spot with their round, dark eyes, and generally lighter coats.
In comparison, American and Canadian Golden Retrievers are often darker and taller. Canadian Goldens also tend to be slightly slimmer than their American and English cousins.
4. Temperament
English Golden Retrievers are known for their calm temperament and disposition. Not all English Goldens are calm, and not all American Goldens are hyper. However, there is a clear difference on average.
English Golden Retrievers are mostly calmer than their American counterparts. They are rarely high energy or hyper. On the other hand, most American Golden Retrievers are very athletic and have plenty of energy.
English Golden Retrievers are easier to train, calmer, and more mature than American Goldens.
5. Color and Coat
The most obvious difference between the American and English Golden Retriever is the color of their coats. American Golden Retrievers have a gold color coat in different shades. On the other hand, the coat of the English Golden Retriever comes in cream color.
The thickness and length of the coat also vary. American Golden Retrievers have a thicker and longer coat compared to their English counterparts. English Golden Retrievers have shorter and wavier coats.
6. Structure
There are some physical differences between the English Golden Retriever and American Golden Retriever. For instance, the head of the former is larger and more balanced than that of the American Golden. On the other hand, the American Golden’s head is more broad-skulled and arched.
When it comes to eyes, American Golden Retrievers have large or medium-sized eyes with dark brown or brown color. The eyes of the English Golden Retrievers are well-rounded and come in medium brown or dark brown color.
The front edge of the American Golden’s ear is aligned above the eye-level while the tip is around the cheek-level. The ears cover the eyes when pulled forward. The ears of the English Golden Retriever are medium-sized and at eye-level.
7. English Cream Golden Retrievers Should Run For 1 Hour/Day
Like other types of Retriever, the English Cream Golden Retriever is at his happiest outdoors.
Nothing brings this breed more joy than a game of fetch with their favorite human- except maybe a cuddle at home afterward.
True to their heritage, these guys love to swim and are true waterdogs.
Consequently, owners should try to take these dogs to places where it is safe for them to swim.
On average, this breed needs at least one walk a day for around 1 hour.
Although very good-natured, like any other breed, they will grow bored if their exercise needs are not met (this can lead to problem behaviors such as destructive behavior and barking).
They also love birds, so you can expect them to want to chase them! Because they were bred to retrieve, please make sure you play fetch with your puppy! This is what they were born to do, and with a little training, they will bring their toy back to you every time and enjoy it with their whole heart and soul.
8. They have the BEST personalities
English Cream Retrievers are known to have very mellow and low maintenance personalities and we have found this to be especially true with our Ellie Blue! Like I mentioned above, she is goofy, silly, mellow, sweet, a cuddle bug...all of the things you want in a pet you are going to have for their entire lives.
9. This Dog Eats Three Meals Every Day
There is not a lot that the English Cream Golden Retriever dog does not enjoy!
Like other Retrievers, these dogs are not fussy in what they eat, preferring instead to gobble up anything they can get their cream-colored paws on!
Whatever owners choose to feed, it should be between 2 and 3 cups (or equivalent) of high-quality dog food. This should be split into three or two meals each day (one in the morning and in the evening).
Whatever you feed, it should contain around 30% protein, 12-18% fat, and 30-35% carbohydrates.
When it comes to treats, try to feed healthier treats such as dog-safe fruits and vegetables, as opposed to calorie-filled over the counter treats.
This breeds diet works best if you follow the 80/20 rule.
Feeding 80% of your dog’s calories in their main food source and making up the remaining extra 20% with treats.
Some owners recommend feeding bones as a form of dental hygiene.
However, this should be done with caution, only feed thicker bones to avoid splintering, only allow your dog to chew for short periods of time, and only ever feed under owner supervision.
10. English Cream Golden Retrievers Are Perfect Family Dogs
Kind, loving, and gentle, these guys are renowned for their patience with children.
Their kind and playful nature make them a perfect match for young children.
Although they are considered to be a large dog, they are extremely gentle and are not at all accident-prone.
This patience and kindness extend to other household pets.
With good socialization, this loving pooch gets on well with all pets, big and small. Even if they are introduced to one another later in life, the English Cream Golden Retriever is very patient and will quickly adapt to their new companion.
They can get bored if they aren't kept occupied with toys or training. To stimulate this canine, it may be beneficial to teach your dog tricks, or even enter them in a canine sport.
They naturally want to please, and consequently, they make very fast learners.
It is not uncommon to see one of their siblings in an obedience ring, picking up basic and more complicated commands very quickly.
Although that being said, they are known to have a cheeky and mischievous side and occasionally may put their own fun first!
Summary
An English Cream Golden Retriever (as the name implies) is a Golden Retriever of English origin with a cream coat.
They are slightly different from an American Retriever but have similar genetics and personalities.
They are kind and loving dogs, with gentle personalities that win over the whole family, making good dogs for people of all ages, looking for an active dog who loves to play with their closest human companions.
Info is taken from allthingsdogs.com and canineweekly.com