Originally developed as a hunting dog, retrieving downed game, the Golden Retriever has become popula
r as a family dog because of it’s naturally friendly disposition, polite and ability to learn. It is a high-maintenance dog and thrives on attention, regular, vigorous exercise, a balanced diet, and regular veterinary check-ups. They typically bark when startled, but generally their friendly nature makes them poor guard dogs.
Originally the breed is thought to come from Scotland. The first accepted registration was by the Kennel Club of England, as a flat coat - Golden in 1903. In 1913, the Golden R
etriever Club was founded. The breed name officially became Golden Retriever in 1920.
The Golden is and athletic and well-balanced dog that appears symmetrical and powerful. A male will generally stand almost two feet tall at the shoulder and the female is slightly shorter. The coat is dense and water-repellent and weather resistant, in various shades of lustrous cream or gold, with moderate length and feathering. The coat can be straight or moderately wavy and usually lies flat against the belly. When in motion, the Golden Retriever looks free, powerful and well coordinated.
Typically, puppies are fairly unruly and may chew everything they can get a hold of. However, upon maturity, they develop and exceptional patient demeanor as befits a dog bred to sit quietly for hours while hunting, though they do remain active and playful as they grow older. They have a great love for water and swimming. Golden Retrievers tend to be very tolerant of boisterous children. As they age, they remain excellent friends and companions. They adore their owners and exhibit what can be described as unconditional love.
Because of the moderately long coat, Golden Retrievers should be groomed at least once a week, and every day during heavy shedding. Their coats shed heavily the entire year, and even more excessively in the spring as the dog loses its thick winter coat. They also need to have their ears cleaned regularly, or otherwise an ear infection might occur. They are a breed prone to obesity and should have regular and vigorous exercise.
The typical life span for Golden Retrievers is 10-13 years. The Golden Retrievers are known to have many health problems. Indeed it would be a very lucky owner that had a Golden without health problems for its entire life span. As a result of careless breeding techniques, many of the dogs don’t live 10 years. They are prone to genetic disorders and diseases and may have such maladies as hip and elbow dysplasia, cancers, eye diseases, ear infections, heart diseases, epilepsy, joint and skin problems and Haemophilia.
r as a family dog because of it’s naturally friendly disposition, polite and ability to learn. It is a high-maintenance dog and thrives on attention, regular, vigorous exercise, a balanced diet, and regular veterinary check-ups. They typically bark when startled, but generally their friendly nature makes them poor guard dogs.Originally the breed is thought to come from Scotland. The first accepted registration was by the Kennel Club of England, as a flat coat - Golden in 1903. In 1913, the Golden R
etriever Club was founded. The breed name officially became Golden Retriever in 1920.The Golden is and athletic and well-balanced dog that appears symmetrical and powerful. A male will generally stand almost two feet tall at the shoulder and the female is slightly shorter. The coat is dense and water-repellent and weather resistant, in various shades of lustrous cream or gold, with moderate length and feathering. The coat can be straight or moderately wavy and usually lies flat against the belly. When in motion, the Golden Retriever looks free, powerful and well coordinated.
Typically, puppies are fairly unruly and may chew everything they can get a hold of. However, upon maturity, they develop and exceptional patient demeanor as befits a dog bred to sit quietly for hours while hunting, though they do remain active and playful as they grow older. They have a great love for water and swimming. Golden Retrievers tend to be very tolerant of boisterous children. As they age, they remain excellent friends and companions. They adore their owners and exhibit what can be described as unconditional love.
Because of the moderately long coat, Golden Retrievers should be groomed at least once a week, and every day during heavy shedding. Their coats shed heavily the entire year, and even more excessively in the spring as the dog loses its thick winter coat. They also need to have their ears cleaned regularly, or otherwise an ear infection might occur. They are a breed prone to obesity and should have regular and vigorous exercise.
The typical life span for Golden Retrievers is 10-13 years. The Golden Retrievers are known to have many health problems. Indeed it would be a very lucky owner that had a Golden without health problems for its entire life span. As a result of careless breeding techniques, many of the dogs don’t live 10 years. They are prone to genetic disorders and diseases and may have such maladies as hip and elbow dysplasia, cancers, eye diseases, ear infections, heart diseases, epilepsy, joint and skin problems and Haemophilia.