Dog Breeds

Golden Retriever

For committed dog owners

Large apartment / house

Large

yellow Golden Retriever on brown grass field during daytime

Character

Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal

Group

Sporting dog breeds

Hypoallergenic

no

Color

Gold, Cream, Light

Weight

29–35 kg (m.) - 25–30 (f.)

Height

56–61cm (m.) - 51–56cm (f.)

Lifespan

10-13 years

About

The Golden Retriever is known for its friendly and loving character. Originally bred to work with humans, it is especially eager to please its owners, making it an ideal family dog that gets along well with children and thrives in a lively environment. Early socialization and training are important to ensure the dog grows into a well-balanced companion. These active dogs need between 40 to 60 minutes of exercise daily to stay fit and happy. Additionally, Golden Retrievers excel in activities like agility, obedience training, and dummy training. These play and sport sessions help keep them physically and mentally balanced. When given enough opportunities to burn off energy, they remain calm and content indoors. The Golden Retriever's dense, water-repellent coat requires regular grooming with brushing and occasional baths to stay healthy and clean. Their sociable and friendly nature also makes them great companions for other pets, provided they are introduced properly. Overall, Golden Retrievers are fantastic companions who bring joy to their owners and are always on the lookout for new adventures.

Suitable for Beginners

Easy to Train

Suitable for Apartment Living

Exercise Needs

Great with Kids

Friendly towards Strangers

Friendly with Dogs

Tendency to Bark or Howl

General Health

Easy to Groom

Shedding Level

Drooling Potential

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