
Meet the Golden Retriever

High Doggy I.Q.

Pawfect Playmate

Best Fur Friend

My Many Looks

My Breed Characteristics

Furbulous Fact

As I Grow Up

History of My Breed

Care Tips

Training Tips
Personality
Friendly
Loyal
Smart
Group
Sporting
Origin
Scotland
Life Span
10-12 Years
Breed Popularity
#4 of 195
Height Range
21.5-24 inches
Weight Range
55-75 pounds
Coat Details
Type
Long
Texture
Straight or Wavy; Thick
Features
Double Coat, Water-Repellant
Colors
Dark Golden, Light Golden, Golden
Hypoallergenic
Cost to Buy
$700-$2,000
Lifetime Care Cost
$22,720

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Furbulous Fact

As I Grow Up




History of My Breed

Care Tips
from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate VeterinarianDon’t skip your puppy wellness evaluation.
Some Golden pups are born with a heart condition called aortic stenosis, which causes murmurs. This will be evident early on in their puppy wellness exams, so make sure you get your evaluation scheduled when you bring your pup home. If a murmur is detected in your young Retriever, have a doggy cardiologist evaluate your puppy and determine a treatment plan.
Get health screenings your vet recommends.
It’s important to get regular screenings throughout your pup’s life to catch things like hip dysplasia and cardiac issues early on. You won’t always be able to catch signs and symptoms on your own, so make sure you get your pup checked out by the vet on a regular basis throughout their lifetime.
Seek veterinary care if you notice signs of hypothyroidism.
Golden Retrievers become more prone to hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) as they age. If you observe any lethargy or unexplained weight gain without any changes to their caloric intake, get in touch with your vet and start a treatment plan.

Training Tips
from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate VeterinarianTeach your Golden to be gentle around little ones.
Golden Retrievers are a famously friendly breed – but that doesn’t mean you don’t have to spend as much time training them to be obedient at a young age. Always supervise dogs with small children, toddlers and babies. Don’t assume that if you have a Golden they’re going to be fine with kids! Use delicious treats and positive reinforcement to promote the good behaviors you want to see more of. - Laura Monaco Torelli, Certified Dog Trainer
Get your Golden used to grooming at a young age.
Brush your Golden’s fur a little bit each day, accompanied by treats. As they grow into their adult coat, it’s important for your Retriever to have a level of comfort with grooming. You can also get them used to nail care while they’re young, by trimming one or two nails at a time, then rewarding them with treats and a nice game of play in the backyard when you’re done. - Laura Monaco Torelli, Certified Dog Trainer
Train your pup to respond to cues – the first time.
As you teach your Golden pup verbal cues like “come,” “sit,” “stay,” and the like – only give the verbal cue once. If you give the same cue twice, you may inadvertently be teaching your pup to ignore you the first time. If they’re being stubborn, use your body language to create urgency. For example, try raising your hand in a closed fist as you give your cue – firmly and gently. - Richard Lovejoy, Professional Remote Dog Trainer

My Many Looks

My Breed Characteristics

Furbulous Fact

As I Grow Up

History of My Breed

Care Tips

Training Tips
-
Personality
Friendly
Loyal
Smart
-
Group
Sporting
-
Origin
Scotland
-
Life Span
10-12 Years
-
Breed Popularity
#4 of 195
-
Height Range
21.5-24 inches
-
Weight Range
55-75 pounds
-
动物皮毛
Type
Long
Texture
Straight or Wavy; Thick
Features
Double Coat, Water-Repellant
Colors
Dark Golden, Light Golden, Golden
-
Hypoallergenic
-
Cost to Buy
$700-$2,000
-
Lifetime Care Cost
$22,720