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Golden Retriever
A.K.A. :Yellow Retriever
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
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| Overview: | The Golden Retriever has a great personality and is easy to train, making this one of America's favorite family pets. They are good hunting companions and also great with kids. |
| Breed Group: | Sporting |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 65-75, female: 55-65 |
| Height (in): | male: 23-24, female: 21-22 |
| Colors: | Various shades of gold. |
| Coat: | Hair is smooth and wavy and the undercoat is weather-resistant. |
| Character: | Golden Retrievers are very self-confident and intelligent. These dogs can be quite sensitive and adaptable; they bark infrequently. |
| Temperament: | This breed gets along well with children, other dogs, and most household pets. They are often aggressive with unknown visitors, however. |
| Care: | The Golden Retriever requires regular grooming with a brush and comb, with special care given to keeping the ears clean. |
| Training: | This breed should attend obedience classes. They are sensitive to harsh treatment, so take a gentle approach. They are very intelligent and have a great memory for their lessons learned. |
| Activity: | Golden Retrievers needs a lot of exercise, although they will adapt themselves to your family's activity level. |
| Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hip dysplasia and congenital eye defects. |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-12 |