These are some interesting facts about Golden Retrievers Dogs
Golden Retrievers consistently rank among the top 3 most popular dogs in the U.S.
The breed standard weight is 65-75 pounds for males and 55-65 pounds for females.
They make great therapy and service dogs.
The breed standard height is 23-24 inches for males and 21.5-22.5 inches for females
The first litter of goldens was born in 1868
Most goldens “blow their coat” in the spring and fall.
They are excellent hunting companions.
Golden retrievers were recognized by the AKC in 1925. This is 57 years after the first goldens were bred.
The average lifespan is 10-12 years. Yes, goldens can live much longer lives, but this is the average.
Some goldens have black spots on their tongue. These black spots are just pigmented skin cells.
This breed has 2 layers of fur. The inner layer is to keep warm and the outer layer is waterproof.
