White gold is the "it" thing this days. Though nobody will consider buying silver as a gold substitute. For obvious reason, gold is gold. It has certain characteristics that are different and superior from the others. The same principle holds true for White Golden Retriever purebreds. The Goldens have been named after their color as it always manifests in a shade or tint of gold. Colors can range from pale cream to dark mahogany. But nothing is comparable to a White Golden Retriever. If you come across a breeder that claims to market white golden, they are either breeding a cream European / English Golden and market them as "white" to make it rare; or they could be trying to sell a cross-bred dog to pass as a pure Golden for a higher price.

Golden Retrievers are truly delightful dogs. They make the perfect pets with their eager-to-please and friendly characteristics, playful nature, jovial disposition and high level energy. They are generally great with kids as they are obedient, loyal and loving. Their intelligence makes it convenient for owners to train and discipline them. Such characteristics make this dog breed a favorite and a well loved by dog enthusiasts though color does not really matter.

If you are still keen on owning a White Golden Retriever puppy, you go for the European / English Golden breeds. The English Golden retriever is usually lighter in color and comes in the shades of light cream and pale gold. There are Goldens that are so light in color that they almost appear white. But one must keep in mind that it is "almost white" and will never be perfect white. Even if there is a white-like Golden pup, it will likely to have a darker coat as it grows.

If you are going for an English Golden, you must need to know that aside from the color there are several differences as well between the English and the American Golden. The English Golden variety has a larger mouth and a longer nose, and is heavier than its American cousin. Also, the ears of the English Goldens are the same level as their eyes whereas the American counterparts have their ears behind and above the eye level. The White Golden Retriever will have a less solid coat and comparatively short hair as compared to the America Golden.

One must bear in mind that such differences will hinder your dog from qualifying at the AKC standards for Golden Retrievers. This will lessen if not hamper tour dog’s chances of participating in various dog shows. So if you are interested in participating in dog shows, your four-legged pet may not be for you. However, color makes no difference in the innate characteristics to which Golden Retrievers are known and loved the world over.

Though a bit of caution if you want to own a white golden retriever puppy and be an apple of your eyes, when finding a breeder offering you a "rare" White Golden, you have to make sure that is a purebred, with both parents are pure Goldens. You have to research and check all the documents that can certify the dog’s purebred status. Potential dog owners must also check the dog parents’ credentials. As the popularity of the English cream Golden increases with each passing day, there are several breeders who cross breed a Golden with other white breed dogs to produce a White Golden look alike. So it is imperative to have all the complete information about the parents and lineage of the dog you are buying.

Keep in mind that one can never get that coveted "perfect golden temperament" from a dog which is not a perfect, purebred Golden. You can definitely choose the color you like, but in no way part with the "golden standards".

So go ahead, indulge and have a great time with a beautiful white golden.