The Golden Retriever is one of the most popular dog breeds because it has a friendly, tolerant attitude that makes them fabulous family pets, & their intelligence makes them highly capable working dogs.
 
Highlights

• shed profusely, especially in the spring and fall

• family dogs; need to live indoors with their human "pack," / shouldn't spend hours alone in the backyard.

• active

• need 40-60 minutes of hard exercise daily!

• thrive on obedience training, agility classes, other canine activities

• gentle & trustworthy with kids

• boisterous, large dogs that can accidentally knock over a small child

• love to eat

• become overweight if overfed

  • Limit treats

  • measure out daily kibble

  • feed regular meals rather than leaving food out all the time