Golden Retriever dog
Large breed active energy Long coat Sporting Group 🌍 United Kingdom 🏆 #3 most popular

Golden Retriever

Friendly, Intelligent, Devoted

The Golden Retriever is a sturdy, muscular dog of medium size, famous for the dense, lustrous coat of gold that gives the breed its name. The broad head, with its friendly and intelligent eyes, short ears, and straight muzzle, is a breed hallmark. In motion, Goldens move with a s…

⚖️ 55–75 lbs (24.95–34.02 kg) 📏 21.5–24" 🎂 10–12 yr lifespan 🧠 Intelligence #4 (Brightest)

Golden Retriever Characteristics

Energy

100%

Shedding

60%

Trainability

100%

Grooming

40%

Friendliness

80%

Coat Type

Long coat

Weekly Brushing

Breed Data

🧠
#4
Intelligence
🎂
12yr
Avg lifespan
💰
$21K
Lifetime cost
🍖
$466/yr
Annual food
👨‍👩‍👧
Great
With kids
🩺
4
Known conditions

Known genetic concerns: elbows, hips, eyes, heart

Expert Picks for Golden Retrievers

⭐ Top Pick Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Adult

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Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Adult

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KONG Extreme Dog Toy

toys

KONG Extreme Dog Toy

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K&H Pet Products Elevated Dog Bed

beds

K&H Pet Products Elevated Dog Bed

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Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

health

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

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Fi Series 3 Smart Dog Collar

training

Fi Series 3 Smart Dog Collar

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Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

grooming

Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

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Best probiotic coat spray — supports skin microbiome health between ba…

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Golden Retriever Care Tips

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Requires 90+ minutes vigorous exercise daily — fetch, agility, or long hikes.

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Seasonal shedder — daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.

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Highly trainable — excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.

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FCI Classification

FCI Group

Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs

Section

Retrievers

Status

recognized