Golden Retriever

Name: Golden Retriever
Official name: Golden Retriever
FCI Number: 111

He is a balanced and sturdy dog with a deep chest and straight back. He has a broad skull with a distinct frontal slope and a strong nose. His ears are medium sized and set at eye level. The legs are straight, strong and muscular. And the tail is long and is carried in line with the back.

Character of the Golden Retriever

It is a gentle, reliable, loyal, affectionate, friendly and patient with children dog. It is also intelligent, easy to train and obedient.

Height of the Golden Retriever breed

The FCI breed standard does not specify the weight of the breed, but it weighs between 27 and 36 kg.

The coat of the Golden Retriever

Smooth or wavy, close-fitting and with a dense undercoat. On the chest, the back of the legs and the underside of the tail, it forms rich battens.

Coat colour

Solid colour in any shade of gold or cream. A few white hairs are allowed only on the forechest.

History of the Golden Retriever

The origin of the Golden Retriever dates back to the 1850s when a lord crossed a Russian Stalker with a Water Spaniel, a Flat Coated Retriever and a Bladhound. The result was a hardy, hard-working hunting dog that was willing to go into the water in any weather to retrieve shot game.

Advantages - why get a Golden Retriever

The Golden Retriever is known for its friendly and affectionate nature and this makes it a great family dog. He is very loyal to his family and has an excellent relationship with children and other pets. This dog is intelligent and easy to learn and this makes it very easy to train and engage in various activities. Golden Retrievers are also very active and enjoy exercise and this makes them a great companion for outdoor activities such as running, swimming or looking for objects. They have a beautiful and soft coat that requires regular maintenance, but grooming is usually easy to manage. Overall, Golden Retrievers are happy, friendly and outgoing dogs that bring joy and happiness to their owners' lives.

Disadvantages - why not get a Golden Retriever

Golden Retrievers can have high energy demands and this requires plenty of time and attention to satisfy them. Their friendly and sociable nature means that they can suffer from separation anxiety if left home alone for too long. These dogs can also be prone to some health problems (such as hip dysplasia and eye problems) and this can mean high veterinary costs. Golden Retrievers tend to chew things and need regular training and stimulation to prevent destructive behaviors. Their thick coats can also pose a problem for allergy sufferers and require regular grooming to prevent matting and dirt.