Golden Retriever

Golden Retriever

Friendly, intelligent, and devoted family companions

Height

21-24 inches

Weight

55-75 pounds

Life Span

10-12 years

Breed Group

Sporting Group

Characteristics

Temperament

FriendlyIntelligentGentleConfidentTrustworthy

Good With

FamiliesChildrenOther DogsStrangers

Care Needs

exercise

High

grooming

Regular

training

Easy to train

shedding

Heavy

energy Level

High

barking

Moderate

History

Originally bred as hunting dogs in Scotland, Golden Retrievers were developed to retrieve waterfowl for hunters.

Health

Common Issues

  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Problems
  • Heart Problems

Recommended Tests

  • Hip Evaluation
  • Elbow Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Cardiac Exam