Breed : Golden Retriever
Country : Great Britain
History
The Golden Retriever is most likely descended from the same strain as the Labrador and was improved through various crosses (of the yellow Flat-coated Retriever from Newfoundland with Scottish water spaniels and other breeds). The breed was stabilized in England in the nineteenth century. Some believe that the Golden Retriever was created by crossing the Bloodhound with yellow dogs from the Caucasus Mountains—Russian Yellow Retrievers—used in Scotland to retrieve wounded game. The Golden Retriever was recognized by the Kennel Club in 1913. In the United States, the Golden is a very popular pet. In France, the breed was virtually unknown in the early 1980s but is rapidly gaining popularity in the same function.
Description
Hardy, vigorous, and active, the Golden Retriever has an excellent nose and works both in water and in thickets. He is a tenacious tracker, although less methodical than the Labrador. He excels at retrieving waterfowl and has a remarkable memory. Lacking aggressiveness, he rarely barks and is not a watchdog. Very gentle, intelligent, calm, and even-tempered, he makes a wonderful pet. He needs firm but gentle training.
Consideration
He is not suited to apartment life because he needs lots of exercise. He hates being left alone. He requires brushing once or twice weekly, as well as combing during the shedding season. suited to apartment life because he needs lots of exercise. He hates being left alone. He requires brushing once or twice weekly, as well as combing during the shedding season.
Function
Hunting dog. Utility dog: guide dog, wreckage search dog, drug detection dog. Companion dog.
Conformity (Specification)
Head : Well-proportioned, finely chiseled. Broad skull. Pronounced stop. Powerful muzzle. Black nose. Strong jaws.
Ears : Set on at about eye level, medium in size.
Eyes : Widely spaced, dark brown. Dark edges of eyelids.
Body : Powerful, well-balanced. Neck moderately long, cleanly cut, and muscular. Chest well let-down. Well-sprung ribs. Short, strong back.
Tail : Set on and carried level with the topline. Reaching to the hock. Does not curl at the tip.
Hair : Flat or wavy with abundant feathering. Dense, waterproof undercoat
Coat : Any shade of golden or cream. Should not be red or mahogany. Sparse white hairs allowed only on the chest.
Size : Dog: 56 to 61 cm. (22-24 in).Bitch: 51 to 56 cm. (20-22 in).
Weight : Dog: 26 to 31.5 kg. (57.5-69.5 lb).Bitch: 25 to 27 kg. (55-59.5 lb).
Group : Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs
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Source : AKC
