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The Golden Retriever is a well-balanced, symmetrical dog with an active, powerful appearance. They possess an alert, self-confident demeanor and a friendly, intelligent expression. The breed’s body is short coupled and the chest is wide and well-developed. Their neck is comparatively long, and it merges gradually into their well laid-back shoulders. Their back is strong and level from the withers and it slopes gently at the croup. They have long, well-sprung ribs that extend towards the hindquarters and a short, muscular loin with very little tuck up. Their long tail is thick at its muscular base, and it is never curled or carried between the dog’s legs. The limbs are straight and well-boned, and the pasterns are short, strong, and slightly sloping. Their compact feet are medium-sized, round, and thickly padded. They have a broad, slightly arched skull and a well-defined stop. The muzzle is straight, wide, and tapered, and it blends smoothly into the dog’s skull. The eyes of the Golden Retriever are relatively large-sized and brown in color, and the ears are medium-sized and pendant. They have a dark nose and their teeth close in a scissors bite. The breed’s medium length coat is dense, water-repellent, and feathered. Coat colors for this breed include a variety of rich, lustrous golden shades.
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Their colors can range from a bright golden/white to red.
The Golden Retriever is an intelligent, well-mannered breed with a charming, affectionate personality. Because of their patience and gentleness, they are outstanding with children. They are loyal, self-assured, and they constantly aim to please. They make terrific family companions. They get along well with everyone, including strangers, and they have very few natural guarding instincts. While they won’t attack an intruder, they will bark loudly if they detect a threat. This breed needs to be in the company of people in order to be happy. If left alone for extended periods of time, they may become mischievous or distractible. Golden Retrievers also love to swim.
Golden Retrievers have webbed toes making it easy to swim. They are very intelligent and easy to love. This breed is known to be very gentle and kind and they will not attack intruders; however, they may bark loudly to raise awareness. They are good with other dogs, cats, children and guest especially if they are properly socialized from birth. Most Golden Retrievers love to swim and will do so at any chance they get.
They are very loyal and loving to their owner. Usually, lighter retrievers are more gentle. Because of their social nature, they make superb P.A.T. dogs. Golden Retrievers love agility courses and will always do a lot of running. They need a lot of exercise, but once inside, they fall asleep quickly.
Like many other large dog breeds, the Golden Retriever is prone to hip dysplasia. Potential owners of this breed should ensure that the specimen’s parents are OFA and CERF certified. These dogs should also be checked for heart problems and Von Willebrand’s disease. Other health concerns for this breed include congenital eye defects and skin allergies. The Golden Retriever typically lives for 10 to 12 years.
The Golden Retriever was initially developed in the British Isles. It’s likely that the breed is the result of crosses between a yellow, Flat-Coated Retriever, light-coated Tweed Water Spaniels, other varieties of spaniels, the Newfoundland, and possibly the Bloodhound. Not only is the Golden Retriever a highly coveted family companion, but it is a highly talented bird and hunting dog. They have a fine nose and have been used for tracking and narcotics detection. They also serve as guides for the blind, therapy dogs, and service dogs for the disabled.
These dogs were initially developed in British Isles to be promoted as show and field dogs. There were bred for finding and retrieving birds that had been shot, but hunters noticed there were teeth marks in the birds. So they decided to breed new retrieving dog with softer jaws. This new breed became known as the Golden Retriever, and to this day they still have a soft jaw which could be the reason they have such a good name.
The medium-length, smooth, double coat of the Golden Retriever is easy to groom and care for. It should be combed and brushed with a firm bristle brush, and extra attention should be given to the dense undercoat. This breed should be dry shampooed on a regular basis, but they should only be bathed as necessary. The Golden Retriever is an average shedder.
This breed sheds considerably. It's a good idea to setup weekly brushing sessions to limit the amount of hair that could distribute around your house. Their hair may also become knotted if not properly brushed. This breed loves exercise. Make sure to keep them mentally and physically active or they may become anxious and destructive to your home. Golden Retrievers love people and they love interaction. Long periods of isolation should be avoided. This breed is long known for it's grace, confidence and gentleness. They are great with children and make excellent family pets.
The Golden Retriever is content to live in a small household or apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They are a moderately active breed indoors, and they are happiest with at least a medium- to large-sized yard. They should receive a good amount of daily physical activity.
This breed enjoys a good sized yard or a large place to stretch their legs and run. They require a good amount of daily exercise. If a large yard is not an option, consider taking this breed on several long leash walks a day with frequent trips to the dog park. This breed enjoys the colder climates versus hot. If in a hot climate, they enjoy having access to water they can submerge themselves in.
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my parents golden had hot spots ofter. They switched his food to Blue Buffalo and he had not had one since. It has been about a year and a half now. The food is more expensive but still cheaper than the vet bills they were paying.
I think she will miss him extremely. One of my neighbors dogs had a companion and once the companion had to go, because the neighbors couldn't keep a big dog, their little one stopped eating and drinking, and died in a short time. BUt i don't know about your dog and their relationship.
My golden was about 10 or 11 when she started doing that. It's no concern unless there are wounds. Mine did it because she had bad arthritis and I guess it was as close to a foot massage as she could get.
The best thing to do now is to get her checked out at the vet - my Retriever got very weak and lethargic as she got old, age related health concerns are a worry as they pass the 10 year mark. She could be fine but it is best to check it out with the professionals! I hope she is OK! Good luck!
friendly, nice, protective, playful, loves the winter, likes other pets beside some cats.
Age :
3 Years
Name:
Jimi
Color:
Black Shining
Description:
Doug Ryan is an experienced and expert writer has earned a sterling reputation. He recommends taking dogs through only the best training programs for dogs and therefore suggests people use the Gemini K9 Obedience Inc. program to train their dogs. His interest in dog obedience training began when he and his wife adopted a puppy named Jimi. In his spare time he loves spending time in his garden and dining out with his wife.
Age :
2 años
Name:
candy
Color:
dorado golden
Description:
mi hermosa golden.
Age :
1 year
Name:
Mandi
Color:
Blonde
Description:
Wonderful golden and great family pet
Age :
8
Name:
koda
Color:
yellow red brown
Description:
nice , friendly , protective
Age :
3 years
Name:
Ben
Color:
Golden
Description:
Ben is a loving dog, still very naughty, in a cheeky way. Has got a mate, an English Springer, and two of his pups at home. He needs all his friends to play with, very active. Loves swimming.
Age :
4 years
Name:
Morgan
Color:
Golden
Description:
26" High, 100 lbs Always on "Go" for catching the balls. My girl.
Age :
3 yrs
Name:
RUDY
Color:
Red
Description:
Rudy is the perfect Golden. He loves everyone he meets and is eager to please. His philosophy on life is simple, "Just go ahead and Love me", how could anyone resist!
Age :
5 Weeks
Name:
Rylee
Color:
white
Description:
Our goldens are rasied in a family environment in our home, with lots of TLC. Our puppies go fast...they are high quality, rasied mostly for healthy Family Pets, also Show & Breeding. The golden retriever is the best all around choice for a great family pet, commitment and loyality. We have rasied goldens for 30 years. I do not line or inline bred my dogs, that's what makes them speacial. Most Of My English Golden Retriever's Have Been Imported From The Netherlands And Come From Some Of The Best Champion Booldlines You Can Get.
The Puppies Have Beautiful White Coats, Blocky Heads, And Gentle Temperments.
All Our Golden Retriever Puppies Are Vet Inspected And Monitored, Vaccinated, Dewormed, Started With Housebreaking, Well Socialized And Get Lots Of Love, Also Come With A 26 Month Guarantee. We have a litter now that we are tain deposits on and they will be ready to go Aug.15th. 2012.
Full English Golden Retriever Puppies AKC Reg. (Only Females still Available)
Age :
5 years
Name:
Fathom
Color:
Golden
Description:
Fathom is a very fit athlete Golden Retriever who enjoys Dog Agility.
Age :
6 months
Name:
Casey
Color:
Light golden
Description:
Casey enjoying a stick on the back porch.
Age :
3 months
Name:
AKI
Color:
golden
Description:
AKI is a female golden retriever, she likes to play with water, she is a playful dog
Age :
4 1/2
Name:
Bailey
Color:
Golden
Description:
This is Bailey my Golden Retriever with his best buddy Snoop Dog he is a Bernese Mountain dog.
Age :
5 months
Name:
Augie
Color:
getting redder
Description:
Augie, figured out what to do with his first big mud puddle.
Age :
5 months
Name:
Augie
Color:
getting redder
Description:
Augie, checking out his first big mud puddle
Age :
2 yrs
Name:
Bernard
Color:
Blonde
Description:
Playing in the Field.
Age :
6 weeks
Name:
Bernard
Color:
Blonde
Description:
Playing in the snow.
Age :
9
Name:
ferrra
Color:
gold
Description:
MAM RADA PSOV
Age :
5
Name:
buddy
Color:
red
Description:
i love buddy! :)
Age :
5
Name:
buddy
Color:
red
Description:
i love buddy :)
Age :
7 months
Name:
Skye
Color:
golden
Description:
Skye is a gorgeous lively puppy - we wouldn't be withour her!
Age :
4 months
Name:
Matteo
Color:
Golden brown
Description:
Playful and lovely Matteo..he came just in time for Christmas..
Age :
2 years
Name:
SHIONA
Color:
Bright gold
Description:
Loves her games and fun - sleeping after a hard day's work (digging in the garden, chewing slippers and socks, chasing squirrels...).
Age :
14
Name:
Lego
Color:
Golden
Description:
Lego was a bright, robust golden retrieve, pure breed. He was the fourth member of our family, very playful and attentive. He was a dominant and would protect his territory from strangers. He was a great swimmer and was independent, although very loving as well. During his 14 years of life Lego never left the house by himself and always returned (usually wet) from his adventures in the small forest nearby our home.
Age :
2 Years
Name:
Duf
Color:
Cream
Description:
The most amazing companion ever
Age :
2
Name:
Max
Color:
golden
Description:
Max is very loving, afecionate and gentle. we have never known a dog to have so much patience with children as he is brilliant with our 2 boys! he actually thinks he is one of them!!
Age :
17
Name:
JUBILEE
Color:
RED
Description:
IN MEMORIUM TO A WONDERFUL HIKING BUDDY AND MIGHTY HUNTER......SHE DIED 9-25-10.....TWO AND A HALF MONTHS SHY OF TURNING 18 YRS. OLD....SHE WAS TRULY AMAZING AND ACTIVE UNTIL THIS PAST YEAR. MISS YOU GIRL!
Age :
5 yr
Name:
Paco
Color:
yellow
Description:
waterfun
Age :
5 yr
Name:
Paco
Color:
yellow
Description:
In the water
Age :
5 yr
Name:
Paco
Color:
yellow
Description:
Head shot
Age :
5 1/2
Name:
Bailey
Color:
Deep Gold/Red
Description:
Bailey is a 5 1/2 year golden and he's one of my best dogs yet! He loves people. He just loves to chase squirrels and look and my deer and turkeys in the yard. He also likes riding on golf carts, hunting, swimming, playing,and relaxing. He is my 4-H agility champion, 3rd placer for obedience, and 2nd for showmanship.
Age :
10 months
Name:
Zak
Color:
Creme/golden
Description:
Our 10 month old Golden Retriever having a good run in the snow!
Age :
JWCh
Name:
Of Golden Duck
Color:
pale
Description:
Young Male,FULL English bloodline! Junior Champion
Age :
puppies
Name:
Of Golden Duck
Color:
pale
Description:
Golden Retrievers FULL English Bloodlines!!!
Age :
5 weeks old
Name:
Maya's puppies
Color:
Light Goldens
Description:
Peek-a boo!
Age :
6 weeks
Name:
Kramer
Color:
Golden
Description:
This is our "Goofball" Kramer, the day we brought him home. We had just lost our beloved 12 year old golden & fate brought this little guy into our lives. He made us giggle that 1st day & still is! he grew up to be a beautiful, lean " running machine" & has agility champions in his bloodlines! We adore him!
Age :
1.5 & 10 weeks
Name:
Kramer & Carter
Color:
Dark Gold & Blonde
Description:
Our Boys!
Age :
6 months
Name:
Darwin
Color:
golden
Description:
Happy, fun-loving, attentive little guy with loads of personality. Gonna give us years of enjoyment.
Age :
2
Name:
Bruno
Color:
Golden yellow
Description:
Docile,cuddly,loves children,society people...
Age :
7
Name:
Buddy
Color:
Golden
Description:
the LOVE of my LIFE!!-by the way- he has zero body fat- very trim and active dog...this pic represents how furry his coat is...also not a bad shedder either- my Yellow Lab sheds worse...
Age :
7
Name:
Buddy
Color:
Golden
Description:
I will never ever for the rest of my life be without a Golden...he is my "doggie soul-mate"...very sensitive, and human-like with his emotions...he thinks he is a lap dog...wonderful with children, easy to train, eager to please...great listener, perfect behavior...Goldens need to be WITH their families- these are NOT the type of breed to isolate outside...Once you own a Golden your life will be forever changed- he is one of my children...and I can not fathom my life without him...
Age :
10 weeks
Name:
Barney
Color:
yellow
Description:
My Golden Retriver Barney at 10 weeks old, the day I brought him home.
Age :
four months
Name:
Maverick
Color:
golden
Description:
He is still handsome and sweet. He is a year old now.
Age :
8 Weeks
Name:
Jackson
Color:
English Cream
Description:
Handsome Boy
Age :
4
Name:
Shim and Shake
Color:
golden
Description:
Photo taken in playground when they were pups.
Age :
7mths
Name:
Cooper
Color:
Golden
Description:
Hi my name is Cooper and i live in Brisbane Australia and i am Abbeys life partner
Age :
4 mths
Name:
Abbey
Color:
cream
Description:
Hi My Name Is Abbey and i live in Brisbane Australia
Age :
11 months of age.
Name:
JAMES aka "Lueo Meant To Return"
Color:
Cream
Description:
James is a grandson of our Seinead who is a daughter of our foundation female Mandingo Mairead (from Ireland)... Seinead is now the old matriarch here at Lueo.. James is a gorgeous blonde dog with good bone substance, lots of coat and a gorgeous head and lovely expression. He has a great body and is a champion in the making.
We are selling James as a show dog to any reputable breeder who wants James' valuble bloodlines that no other breeder has in North America. He is a gorgeous dog as can be see by his picture. He can be seen on our website
Age :
8 years old
Name:
Ronan aka "Lueo Irish Pathfinder"
Color:
Blonde
Description:
Ronan is our #1 Stud dog and the love of our life! He is the son of Mandingo Traveller -Canadian Champion (from Ireland) aka Travis.
Ronan like his dad produces some outstanding dogs even better than himself.. He stamps all his progeny with his gorgeous head and expression and great personality and super gentle temperament.
He is quite a character as well and can read what you are thinking and say anything. He is active in the community as a registered Therapy dog bringing joy to all his seniors that he visits on a weekly basis and comfort to his cancer patients he visits in the hospice centers. We are truly blessed to own such a wonderful dog. He loves unconditionally and has taught us how to love!
Age :
1 year
Name:
Kimmy & Lucky
Color:
Gold
Description:
trying to get the tennis ball
Age :
1 year
Name:
Kimmy & Lucky
Color:
Gold
Description:
Smilee
Age :
1 year
Name:
Lucky
Color:
Gold
Description:
So cute :)
Age :
3 moths
Name:
Bella
Color:
Gold
Description:
Bella named after a character in Twilite, she is very active, bites everything, great companion and a family toy
Age :
3 moths
Name:
Bella
Color:
Gold
Description:
Bella named after a character in Twilite, she is very active, bites everything including water, great companion and a family toy
Age :
2 years
Name:
ICE
Color:
white
Description:
Age :
8 weeks
Name:
Max
Color:
Golden
Description:
Just a sleepy head!
Age :
1
Name:
paÅŸa
Color:
golden
Description:
turkey
Age :
1 year old
Name:
Shine
Color:
goLD
Description:
Her name is Shine, she is a very pretty and smart dog.
She can easily understand if you teach her in a friendly way.
She knows already how to sit, down, shake hands, lap, signs of hi,
turn, she know even how to knock at our door and seeing in the window. She really acts like a human. Well his father is a champion golden retriever.
Age :
8
Name:
chancey
Color:
red
Description:
chancey is an eight year old golden retriever.she has a beautiful dark coat and is a fabulous swimmer
Age :
1 1/2
Name:
Nacha
Color:
dorado
Description:
Nacha & Nachitos...
Age :
1 1/2
Name:
Nacha
Color:
dorado
Description:
She's Nacha the wife of Nacho jijiji & the Son's
Age :
4
Name:
Nacho
Color:
dorado
Description:
He's Chucho Ignacio II
Age :
4
Name:
Nacho
Color:
dorado
Description:
He's a Wonderful Dog !
Age :
4
Name:
August
Color:
Golden
Description:
very photogenic
Age :
4
Name:
August
Color:
Golden
Description:
August is a hyper, loving animal. She loves to snuggle and mold into the shape of your legs when in bed. She loves eating kongs, playing ball, playing with soccer balls, and eating dingos.
She is a beautiful dog that take amazing pictures.
Age :
1 year
Name:
Duke
Color:
golden
Description:
The best golden retriever in lucknow (u.p),india
Age :
1 year
Name:
Duke
Color:
golden
Description:
The best golden retriever in lucknow (u.p),india
Age :
1 year
Name:
Duke
Color:
golden
Description:
the best golden retriver in lucknow
Age :
4 months
Name:
Shyla
Color:
Golden
Description:
A very active golden puppy, loves to fetch and retrieve
Age :
4 months
Name:
Shyla
Color:
Golden
Description:
Active 4 month old golden colored puppy
Age :
9 months
Name:
Sophie
Color:
Golden
Description:
Playful caring outgoing princess
Age :
4
Name:
Satin
Color:
Golden
Description:
Age :
4
Name:
max
Color:
golden
Description:
golden rtriever
Age :
2 months
Name:
caspian
Color:
brown
Description:
play full dog
Age :
Born: August 22, 2008
Name:
English Cream Golden Retriever Pup for Sale from Wendy Rose and Mishka (Both Parents are Imports) of this Fantastic Pup
Color:
English Cream/White
Description:
Age :
3 1/2 weeks
Name:
Lia/Cowboy Golden Retriever Litter of Pups
Color:
cream/white
Description:
Age :
14 wks
Name:
Rocky
Color:
blond
Description:
Sipping Mom's morning coffee on the patio!
Age :
Born: 9-10-2008
Name:
Litter by: Muffin and Dasha
Color:
English Cream Newborns
Description:
I have Golden Retriever Puppies for Sale. Dasha, who is my Romanian Boy, is the father of this gorgeous litter. His lineage is fantastic. Dasha's parents are both European Mega-Champions. Muffin Sue, is the mother of these gorgeous pups. Her mom was an Australian Show Ring Champion. The puppies were born on September 10, 2008. Their pups are absolutely beautiful with fantastic color coats as well. Both mom and dad's lineages are something to be proud of.
Age :
Born: 8-22-2008
Name:
Red
Color:
English Cream
Description:
"RED" is an English Cream Golden Retriever Male Puppy whose parents (Wendy Rose and Mishka), are both Imported. His father Mishka's parents are both International Champions. His lineage is something to be very proud of. His sweet disposition is second to none. He will make a great family pet, therapy dog or great show candidate. He can be seen on my website as
Age :
3 months
Name:
Mandy
Color:
Brown
Description:
My little Mandy making funny eyes
Age :
litter 5 weeks old
Name:
litter
Color:
light golden
Description:
We have a beautiful litter of English American Golden Retriever puppies. This top family and sporting breed will bring you much joy and happiness. Both parents have clearances and AKC papers. Father is of European champion blood. Call immediately if interested...won't last!
Age :
newborn
Name:
Gingers Pups
Color:
creme
Description:
pups
Age :
newborn
Name:
polar
Color:
creme
Description:
golden retriever
Age :
4
Name:
Bailey
Color:
Golden
Description:
Bailey enjoying the backyard
Age :
4 months
Name:
Juliet
Color:
Light golden
Description:
Golden retriever puppy on a camping trip.
Age :
4 years old
Name:
Queenie
Color:
Golden
Description:
Queenie is a beautiful Golden Retriever with a loving personality. She is from our Goldendoodle World.
Age :
Year and a half
Name:
Moses
Color:
Golden
Description:
Luvs his rope.
Age :
3 month
Name:
Bella
Color:
golden
Description:
just a little cute puppy
Age :
2years
Name:
Bella
Color:
golden
Description:
posing for picture
Age :
3,5
Name:
Bella
Color:
golden
Description:
She did it all by her self!
Age :
Year and a half
Name:
Moses
Color:
Red
Description:
Full of Energy
Age :
Year and a half
Name:
Moses
Color:
Red
Description:
Very active dog. He loves the redsox.
Age :
Year and a half
Name:
Moses
Color:
Red
Description:
Very Playfull
Age :
4
Name:
Ginger
Color:
redish golden
Description:
this is ginger posing in a picture
Age :
5 months
Name:
Winston
Color:
Red
Description:
Perfect. Best pet I have ever had. I could not be happier. Loving. Very well behaved. Loves the kids.
Age :
3 month
Name:
danna
Color:
golden
Description:
golden female of 3 months
Age :
1 year
Name:
Cancer
Color:
red
Description:
Cancer again. Alert and ready!
Age :
1 year
Name:
Cancer
Color:
red
Description:
Beautiful face.
Age :
5
Name:
goldie
Color:
golden
Description:
a sweetie and cute
Age :
8month
Name:
zeus
Color:
golden
Description:
bla bla
Age :
9
Name:
Tio
Color:
medium dark
Description:
SD Hunt
Age :
1 yr
Name:
Taz, Shannon
Color:
duh! golden!
Description:
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