The reason why Golden Retrievers are called the gentle giants of the dog world is that they are famous for their good temper. No matter how the pet owner treats them, they will not resist. They are loyal, lively, intelligent, and excellent family companion dogs. But do pet owners know? If your Golden Retriever shows the following behaviors, it means the dog has begun to dislike you. Let's take a look at what they are.

1. Retaliation against the owner

A Golden Retriever that dislikes its owner may engage in retaliatory behavior, such as liking to tear things apart at home or urinating and defecating indoors. In the dog's eyes, doing things that drive the owner crazy might make the dog happy itself; this is its way of challenging you.

2. Prefers to play alone

Dogs generally like their owners to spend more time playing with them. Golden Retrievers are naturally energetic, and playing games with their owner is a very pleasant thing. However, if the Golden Retriever ignores or even looks down on the owner’s attempts to play and often prefers to play alone in a corner with a ball, this is something worth reflecting on.

3. Displays rebellious behavior

Golden Retrievers are usually gentle and obedient, listening well to their owners. But if the dog refuses to do what the owner asks, and sometimes even reacts with resistance when scolded or hit—showing bared teeth and wanting to bite—it undoubtedly shows the dog dislikes the owner.

4. Lack of enthusiasm for eating

There is a saying, "If you are not keen to eat, you may have a problem on your mind." Golden Retrievers are known as food lovers; if they lose interest in food, there could be one of two reasons: illness or emotional issues such as anger or "hatred" towards the owner. Usually, if the dog is ill, other symptoms will also appear. If your Golden Retriever refuses to eat, it may be rejecting the owner who feeds it.

5. Prefers being alone

Golden Retrievers are very clingy dogs, and being with their owners is their favorite thing. What could cause a dog to avoid staying with its owner? Probably the dog is resentful and dislikes its owner. Just like humans, when you hate something or someone, you don't want to interact and tend to avoid it.

The above are the signs that a Golden Retriever dislikes you. We hope this can help everyone.