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What size will Golden Retriever puppies reach when fully grown?
Golden Retrievers are large beautiful dogs which range between 51-61cm (20-24inches) tall.
This means the head of a Retriever generally reaches below the hips of and adult and their back will roughly sit just above the knee area.
How heavy will Golden Retriever Puppies grow to be?
The Golden Retrievers tend to be a little overweight if you don’t follow a strict diet. They can easily become obese if you over feed them causing many health issues including early onset of arthritis. A healthy weight for them is between 60-75pounds (27-34kg).
What Colors do Golden Retrievers tend to be?
Golden Retrievers come in different shades of the golden coloration, with some looking almost cream, whilst others can have a really rich golden glow to their coat. The shade depends on the colorings of the parents in most instances.
How long is the Coat of a Golden Retriever?
Golden Retriever puppies are long haired breeds and the coat is usually straight but can be wavy in patches. Their coat has a unique element being that it is water resistant. You will need to give this coat a bit of extra love and care to keep looking great.
How long will I need to spend Grooming my Golden Retriever?
You are going to be required to give this long hair regular (at least weekly) brushing and bathing. Your Golden Retriever will develop matted and tangled hair if not properly cared for.
This will obviously take a bit more of your time than the standard pooch to care for, including regular baths.
Do Golden Retriever puppies have a long lifespan?
Golden Retrievers will typically live to be 11-12 years of age but with the right nutrition and care this can be extended to even 14 years.
This will depend on how well you care for your Retriever especially with their diet.
What sort of Temperament do Golden Retriever Puppies have?
Retrievers are a very popular family dog all throughout the world and it is easy to understand why. They tend to be great with children and other dogs as well as being affectionate, gentle, energetic and intelligent dogs.
As puppies this breed can be mischievous, especially if you leave them alone in the backyard for hours on end to cause havoc.
They will grow out of this and become very patient loyal dogs as long as they have plenty of interaction with you and other people.
How much Exercise will my Golden Retriever need?
As the name suggests, Golden Retrievers love to play fetch and also love the water. Playing fetch can be a great to exercise them and develop that bond we are strive for with our pups. Retrievers being intelligent dogs, also do well with obedience training and will love to go on walks with you.
Making sure you keep these dogs active is important. Any extra weight can lead to strain on their joints and more prone to arthritis in their later years so daily walks are a great idea and recommended.
Am I the Ideal owner for a Golden Retriever?
Golden Retriever puppies have many advantages especially to first time dog owners. They do well in your family environment being gentle and affectionate especially where socialization and obedience training has occurred.
You will find them simple to toilet train (which can be a huge bonus) and generally are polite well mannered dogs.
You do have to remember that they will get bored and destructive if left alone with no other pets, toys or people to play with. They are definitely one of the only breeds that will suit most people from all walks of life.
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