Golden Retriever Breed Fact Sheet

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Golden Retriever Breed Information

Original Function: retrieving

Temperament: Affectionate, Gentle, Biddable

Recommended for: Most people/families.

Lifespan: 12 - 14 yrs

 

Height: 51-61cm (20"-24")

Colour: Any shade of gold to cream.

Coat: Soft, wavy or flat.

General Appearance: Medium sized body. Dark eyes & ears that hang to the side of the head. Thick well feathered long tail.

It is believed that Lord Tweedmouth in Scotland purchased the only yellow puppy that was born into a litter of black Flat Coated Retrievers. He then developed the breed with the aim of producing the lighter colour retriever, giving us the Golden Retriever.
They are a well-mannered, intelligent dog with great charm. They are easy to train but can tend to be big puppies sometimes. They are very good with children, which make them great family pets.

Grooming- regular brushing is needed to remove the constant shed of dead hairs. Bath when needed.

Exercise- they need quite a great deal of regular exercise, at least a long daily walk and some off lead running. They love to swim.

Health- This breed can be prone to hip dysplasia and eye problems and can suffer skin allergies.
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Websites:

Clubs:

GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB of N.S.W. Inc
http://grcnsw.org.au

GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB of VICTORIA
www.grcv.org.au

GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA INC
http://www.grcsa.org.au/

GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
http://www.grcwa.org.au/

TASMANIAN GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB
www.tgrc.org.au

THE GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB of QUEENSLAND Inc
www.grcq.org.au