| Height:
male: 23-24, female: 21.5-22.5 inches
Color(s): various shades of gold
Overview: Goldens are easy to train and strong,
but their most outstanding trait is character. They are outgoing
and devoted companions to all sorts of people, happy and trusting.
They make great hunting companions, also.
Coat: May be golden or cream-colored. It is smooth
and wavy and the undercoat is weather-resistant.
Character: This breed is very self-confident, sensitive,
intelligent, and adaptable. Barking is infrequent.
Temperament: This dog gets along well with children,
other dogs, and any household pets. It can be belligerent with unknown
visitors.
Care: Regular grooming with a brush and comb is
required. Make sure the ears are kept clean.
Training: Obedience classes are recommended. They
are very sensitive to harsh treatment, so excessive strictness is
not recommended. Golden Retrievers remember what they learn for
the rest of their lives.
Activity: Golden Retrievers have above-average
needs for exercise, although they will adapt themselves to the exercise
habits of your family.
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