Golden Retriever dog breed sitting tall with tongue out against a white background
Golden Retriever dog breed sitting tall with tongue out against a white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Sporting

weight

Weight: 55 to 75 pounds

height

Height: 22 to 24 inches

family

Gun Dog

Traits and Characteristics

type

Sporting

weight

Weight: 55 to 75 pounds

height

Height: 22 to 24 inches

family

Gun Dog

The quintessential American dog, Golden Retrievers are athletic, strong, and 100% adorable. Originally bred to carry heavy game over land and water, they are broad and powerful dogs. Obedient, devoted, and affectionate, they make excellent family dogs. 

  • Energy Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 3 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 5 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 5 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 5 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 5 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 5 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 2 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 5 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 3 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 3 in 5