Golden Retriever Dog
Description & Facts
Golden Retriever dog, breed of sporting dog developed in Scotland in the 19th century as a gundog and water retriever to assist hunters in recovering game birds. Typically a strong and hardy all-around dog and an excellent swimmer, it stands 21.5 to 24 inches (55 to 61 cm) at the withers and weighs 55 to 75 pounds (25 to 34 kg). Its thick coat is long on the neck, thighs, tail, and back of the legs and may be any shade of golden brown. The Golden Retriever was first shown in England in 1908 and was registered with the American Kennel Club in 1925. Golden Retrievers are one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States. The breed is noted for being friendly, gentle, and willing to work, and it makes an excellent family pet. Golden Retrievers also have been trained as guide dogs for the blind.
| Golden Retriever breed facts | |
|---|---|
| other names | Golden |
| area of origin | Scotland |
| breed group | sporting |
| height at withers | 21.5–24 inches (55–61 cm) |
| weight | 55–75 pounds (24–34 kg) |
| life span | 10–12 years |
| Did you know? | All Golden Retrievers can be traced back to a litter born in 1868 at Guisachan House, owned by Dudley Coutts Marjoribanks, in the Scottish Highlands. Gerald Ford’s Golden, named Liberty, was often photographed at the White House during his presidency. |
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