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The Golden Retriever is a relatively modern and very popular breed of dog. It was developed as a retrieving dog to use while hunting wild fowl. Today it is one of the most common family dogs as it is easy to handle, very tolerant and does not require very much of the owners, other than regular exercise.
Whoever it was that wrote about a dog being man's best friend must have had a Golden Retriever in mind. This very social breed does very well with children also. Don't mistake the size of this dog for being a great watchdog. The Golden Retriever has never met a stranger it didn't like. Their pleasant personality is one reason Golden Retrievers are trained to work with the blind.
The average Golden Retriever stands about 23 inches tall and can
weigh up to 75lbs. It's lifespan is about 13 years. Their coat is
water-repellent with a golden luster that can be straight or wavy.
This very hairy dog will keep your vacuum working overtime in the
Spring as it sheds its hair for the Summer season.
Golden Retriever Breed Outline
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Country of Origin: | Great Britain
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| Classification FCI: |
Group 8 Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs. Section 1 Retrievers. With Working Trial. |
| Utilization: |
Gundog |
| AKC Classification: |
Sporting Group |
| Size: | Medium-Large |
| Height: | 23-24 inches |
| Weight: | 65-67 lbs |
| Colors: | Any shade of gold or cream, neither red nor mahogany. A few white hairs on chest only are permissible. |
| Other Names: | Golden |
| Average Litter Size: | 8 |
| Life Span: | 10-12 years |
| Personality: | Friendly and intelligent with a desire to please. Excellent choice for a family with children. Beauty in motion. |
| Grooming Requirements: |
Waterproof, dense undercoat coat requires weekly brushing and combing to prevent matting. |
| Shedding: | Heavy |
| Social skills: |
Golden Retrievers are generally good with other animals. |
| Suitability for Children: | The Goldens love children. |
| Exercise Needs: | Golden Retrievers should be exercised about 90 minutes every day. |
| Train Ability: | Golden Retrievers are easily trained. Early training is recommended to curb the overly friendly nature of Goldens. |
| Health: | For the list of Golden Retriever health issues, visit Golden Retriever Health Problems. |
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