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