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| Breed Group : | Sporting |
| Weight : | male: 65-75 lbs ( 30 -34 kg ) ; female : 55-65 lbs ( 25 -30 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 23-24 inches ( 58 - 61 centimeters ); female: 21.5-22.5 inches ( 55 - 57 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | Golden Retriever information’s show that it is not part of the small dogs breed but is a large dog breed that originated from Scotland. It may be known as “Goldie” and “Yellow Retriever” because of its color. The Golden Retriever puppy was said to be made into a gundog originally with the job to accompany its owner when hunting to retrieve shot waterfowls and games. This is because their soft mouths will leave no damage to the animals they retrieve. |
| Breed Character Information : | The Golden Retriever is said to be very friendly and considered as one of the popular dog breeds for the family. The Golden Retriever is also one of the breeds that are confident, intelligent and adaptable. It is said to be outgoing and has devotion to its owners. Their similarity to small dogs is that they are also happy and trusting dogs: character traits often found in dogs of small sizes. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The Golden Retriever has a double coat that is both water repellent (this explains why this breed has love for water) and weather resistant. Its outer coat has resiliency, either wavy or straight, and firm. The Golden Retriever’s under coat has a soft and dense texture. The coat color is lustrous with cream and gold shades. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | Golden Retriever Information’s on Temperament state that this puppy is very intelligent, charming, and loveable. This breed cannot be left to themselves for a long period of time because in doing that their actions will be laced in mischief. Golden Retrievers are one of those dog breeds that have the patience and gentleness when it comes to kids and love being a part of a big family. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | The Golden Retriever is a large dog and so before considering ownership, you should have space in your home for its size. This is also a very sociable dog and it has the need to be with a family that is able to give attention and time for it. The cost of ownership of a Golden Retriever is also not that cheap as it would require regular visits to the vet. |
| Breed Activity Information : | Your Golden Retriever needs to be part of family activities as it is a dog that is people oriented. They rarely bark but will do so once they are bored so you have to let your “Goldie” engage in any activity that they enjoy. Activities that they love include hiking, hunting, ball games and other physical activities. |
| Breed Care Information : | Here are tips on how to care for your “Goldie”: first, you have to brush your dog’s coat every day. It sheds a lot and so you would need a strong brush to lessen dog hair falling unto your clothes, furniture, etc. Nails should also be trimmed regularly as this would cause great discomfort in your dog. The floppy ears of your Golden Retriever also makes it more prone to ear infections so make sure to clean its ears from time to time and once you suspect an infection, consult the vet immediately. |
| Breed Training Information : | The Golden Retriever breed is really easy to train as they love learning and are eager to please. The fact that they are highly intelligent makes it easy for them to learn tricks and work skills. It is important for this dog to learn basic commands first like come, sit, stay, etc. Once basic skills are mastered, it would be easier to train it with more complicated commands. This breed is good to train as a guide dog and also for search and rescue operations. |
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