Golden Retriever
The all-American family companion
Friendly, reliable, and trustworthy. Golden Retrievers are one of the most popular family dogs in America.
Breed Statistics
Compatibility Overview
Personality & Temperament
The Golden Retriever is warm, patient, and genuinely eager to please. They are highly sociable dogs that tend to get along well with children, strangers, and other animals. Their intelligence and willingness to learn make them one of the most trainable breeds. Goldens thrive on human interaction and can become anxious or destructive if left alone too often. They are well suited to active families who can provide consistent companionship and regular outdoor activity.
Daily Exercise
High (60–90 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Hip Dysplasia
- Elbow Dysplasia
- Cancer (various types)
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Hypothyroidism
- Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
- Skin Conditions (Hot Spots)
- Bloat (Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus)
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