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Country of Origin: | Great Britain
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| Classification FCI: |
Group 8 Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs. Section 1 Retrievers. With Working Trial.
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| Utilization: |
Gundog
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| AKC Classification: |
Sporting Group
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| Size: | Medium-Large
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| Height: | 23-24 inches
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| Weight: | 65-67 lbs
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| Colors: | Any shade of gold or cream, neither red nor mahogany. A few white hairs on chest only are permissible. |
| Other Names: | Golden |
| Average Litter Size: | 8
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| Life Span: | 10-12 years
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| Personality: | Friendly and intelligent with a desire to please. Excellent choice for a family with children. Beauty in motion. |
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| Grooming Requirements: |
Waterproof, dense undercoat coat requires weekly brushing and combing to prevent matting. |
| Shedding: | Heavy |
| Social skills: |
Golden Retrievers are generally good with other animals. |
| Suitability for Children: | The Goldens love children.
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| Exercise Needs: | Golden Retrievers should be exercised about 90 minutes every day. |
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| Train Ability: | Golden Retrievers are easily trained. Early training is recommended to curb the overly friendly nature of Goldens. |
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| Health: | For the list of Golden Retriever health issues, visit Golden Retriever Health Problems. |
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Negative Characteristics: | The Golden loves to romp and play. Can be very demanding. |
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