Saturday, May 25, 2013

Quick Look At The Golden Retriever Breed


AKC Group: Sporting

Country of Origin: England

Life Span: 12-plus years

Function: Hunting also all around companion

Color: Very blond to dark red or auburn

Coat type: Double coated; thick weatherproof topcoat and a soft dense undercoat

Grooming: Frequent brushing at least twice a week

Height/weight: 
Males: 23-24 inches/65-75 pounds
Females:211/2- 221/2 inches/55-65 pounds

Activity: High

Intelligence: High – Dominating the obedience ring and are strong competitors in hunting trials, tracking and agility. They can make exceptional assistance dogs as well as patient therapy dogs. Good with children and other pets. Exceptional companions, as with any animal always with adult supervision.

Temperament: Friendly, reliable and trustworthy

Home Environment: Live indoors, with outdoor exercise

Attitude toward Strangers: Will bark and then offer to carry your best silver to the car

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