So, we wanted a lab. A dog who would take to the water, love dog beach and swim with us. We got a Shepherd/Hound who took weeks of coaxing to go hip high into the lake. Maybe it was the duck he heard, maybe the bullfrog. But, he finally ventured in. 
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He’s precious and makes us want to go for a swim!
Bella and DiDi
It took nearly a year for us to get him anywhere near water. Was a hot day . . . and finally . . .
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Our dogs love to swim in our creek. One even use to dunk his head under to catch crawdads. Looks like Max may enjoy it too. The problem with Golden Retrievers is that they begin to smell like wet dog all the time. One of ours even jumps in a large drinking bucket we have for them. He thinks it is his own personal spa.
Joy
Max is very handsome…. I hope he gets more used to the water so he can enjoy it with you!
I love going in the water!
We had a rescue dog called Max too. Also a lover of beaches and water! 🙂