What Can I Expect

Golden Retriever Facts

These Furever friends are third on the American Kennel Club’s most popular breeds list, a spot they’ve held onto for the past few years. Typically, Golden Retriever Puppies have a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years, and a Golden Retriever’s weight averages at about 55 to 75 pounds.

Breed Group: Sporting
Height: 21.5-24 inches
Weight: 55-75 pounds
Life Span: 10-12 years
Coat: Double-coated
Color: Golden, ranging from light (or cream) to dark (a reddish gold)

A True Furever Friend

Golden Retriever puppies are cheerful, easy to train and eager to please, the Golden Retriever is what you see in the dictionary when you look up “Perfect Family Dog.” Goldens love everyone, especially children, and get along well with new people and unfamiliardogs. They draw admiring looks – and usually loving pats – from almost everyone they meet. The Golden is an active dog who will retrieve a tennis ball until your arm gives out. The breed’s loyalty, intelligence and stable temperament have made them the darlings of the service dog world. Their smiling faces and beautiful coats have brought more than a few to Hollywood. Goldens have been the stars in two Homeward Bound movies as well as Air Bud and many more. Goldens can be seen walking down the streets and in every local dog park. They truly are "Man's Best Friend".