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hlthe2b

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1. No doubt... And Goldens (and Labs) are the best at it...

Reply to Duncanpup (Original post)

Sat Sep 27, 2025, 07:18 AM

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Speaking of science, there is actually a reason why those two breeds may have "hyper-developed" the behaviors that have us opening the refrigerator to them (moderation, folks)... Both breeds have a gene that leads to a near-insatiable appetite, which, unfortunately, likewise predisposes them to obesity, so we have to be the "bad guys" sometimes. Those eyes, though... Those eyes!

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