Golden Retriever
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Origin: England
Colour: Any shade of gold or cream
Lifespan: 12 to 13 years
A relaxed, confident, kind and responsive dog.
Owner's Guide
A popular family dog for good reason, Golden Retrievers are good-natured, playful and kind. These dogs are people enthusiasts and are just as happy greeting people at the door with a shoe in their mouths as they are retrieving game in the fields.
Originally bred for retrieving game on land and in water.
Special Characteristics
The Golden Retriever is active and playful, and likes to swim.
Exercise Requirements
High. Enjoys long walks and lots of games.
Attitude to
Owners: affectionate, biddable
Children: patient
Other Pets: good
Strangers: friendly
Unfamiliar Dogs: friendly
Perfect Owner
Active, affectionate, sociable families who enjoy energetic walks and playing with their dog.
Potential Problems
Some lines may display aggressive possession-guarding.
This dog will bring in mud and dirt from outside on its feathers.
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