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If you are considering a pet which is capable of offering loyalty, obedience and great entertainment, Golden Retrievers would be the right choice for you. It is one of the most popular breeds, worldwide. Golden Retrievers have their origin in Great Britain. Initially, they were considered as hunters as well as water retrievers; their coats are water-proof. Female retrievers weigh about 55 to 65 pounds and males, 65 to 75 pounds. The height of females and males is approximately 21 to 23 inches and 23 to 24 inches respectively.The breed is large in size, powerful and energetic. Don't let their cute and innocent face fool you, they are known as very intelligent and obedient dogs. The beautiful cream or gold color of their coat is the source of their name.
Information about the golden retriever breed became abundant, and they were officially recognized in 1920, as Golden Retrievers. In 1927, Canada became the first country to register and license breeding of the golden retriever breed. In 1958, their club was called as Golden Retriever Club of Canada.
One of the common types of golden retrievers is the British, or referred as the English Retriever. It is commonly located in countries of Europe and Australia. Their muzzle is wider as well as shorter and forehead slightly more block. They have shorter legs, deeper chest as well as a shorter tail. Male golden retrievers of this type have a height range from 56 centimeters to 61 centimeters and while their female counterparts have height range from 51 to 56 centimeters. American varieties of golden retrievers are lankier as well as less stocky compared to the English breed. Canadian Retrievers are very similar to the American breed. In color, generally, they are of a darker shade. The English varieties have many unique and lighter shades of the cream and golden, as well as a rare white. A common, and distinctive trait of all Golden Retrievers is the fact that their tails do not curl.
Below the adult age, minimum grooming care is necessary for the Golden Retrievers. Grooming is the most important aspect of adult retriever care. Weekly maintenance should include brushing the coat twice each week, trimming of their straggly hairs and cleaning of their ears. Golden Retrievers, though a very hearty dog, are suseptible to ear infections.
Golden Retrievers are considered poor as watchdogs. It is due to their amicable approach towards strangers. They are stable, gentle and loving. They like to receive and give attention. Dogs of this breed are loyal as well as devoted. They are well mannered, responsive nature as well as playful streak. Their friendliness towards humans, especially children and other dogs is excellent. They are easily trainable animals and show obedience towards their handlers. They are immensely friendly towards children, adults and other dogs.
Golden retrievers can perform exercises like dog agility. They are good entertainers due to their learning skills and hard working nature. Intelligence has made them very famous. They have a greater degree of patience level and do not get irritated instantly. They are very much concerned about their task. Golden retrievers are obedient to their care takers. This breed was the first winner of AKC Obedience Trial Champion. They are highly competitive in different performance events. Golden retrievers respond to different training styles easily. They are famous as mobility assistance dogs, guide dogs and search as well as rescue dogs
This breed is affected by a common disease named, Hip dysplasia. Care should be taken in diet and exercise to maintain a healthy animal. Cancer is the most common disease amounting to death in Golden Retrievers. Other diseases common to this breed are eye inflamations, heart and joint diseases, skin and Lyme diseases and Hemophilia.
Golden Retrievers are extremely compassionate, intelligent animals that make excellent pets for any family not matter the ages. Keep you Golden well groomed, love and pat as much as possible, and you will have a welcomed family member for many years.
