Golden Retriever
Height
23-24 inches (male), 21.5-22.5 inches (female)
Weight
65-75 pounds (male), 55-65 pounds (female)
Life Expectancy
10-12 years
Size
Large
About the Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are warm, social dogs with a famously easygoing public reputation and a real working-dog brain underneath it. They thrive with families who want a friendly, trainable companion and can handle regular grooming and daily activity.
The Good
- Very people-oriented and usually easy to train
- Often a strong match for families and multi-dog homes
- Steady, enthusiastic temperament
The Bad
- Heavy shedding is part of the package
- Needs daily exercise and attention to stay balanced
- Some lines can have significant health concerns
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