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Golden Retriever Puppies
The Golden Retriever derives its ‘retriever’ name from its ability to retrieve shot game without any damage as a result of its soft mouth. It is a large-sized gun dog used in retrieving shot waterfowl during hunting and shooting parties. The Golden retriever tends to mature slowly and maintains its puppy-like personality even after it’s grown. Discover more about our Golden Retriever puppies for sale below!
- Exercise 60 min a day
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Available Golden Retriever Puppies
About the Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever, a beloved breed known for its friendly disposition and intelligence, has long been a favorite among families and individuals alike. Originally bred in Scotland for retrieving game, these medium-sized dogs have evolved into loyal companions that thrive on human interaction. Their affectionate nature makes them wonderful family pets, especially suitable for homes with young children and other pets. If you are looking for a dog that embodies the essence of companionship and warmth, you will find that the Golden Retriever fits the bill perfectly.
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With a moderate energy level, they enjoy regular exercise but are also content to lounge about with their favorite humans after playtime. Daily walks, along with some play sessions at the park, will keep them fit and happy. While they are not the best choice for small apartments, their adaptability makes them ideal for homes with larger yards where they can frolic freely. Grooming is fairly straightforward as they require a weekly brushing to manage shedding, which can be moderate at times.
Golden Retrievers are among the most trainable breeds, effortlessly picking up commands and tricks due to their eagerness to please. Their intelligence shines as they respond well to consistent training methods, making them excellent candidates for obedience and agility sports. With their balanced temperament, moderate barking tendencies, and superb social skills, they generally get along well with other dogs and even cats, offering a harmonious addition to your household. If you are considering bringing a Golden Retriever into your life, you can expect a loyal and loving companion that brings joy to your family for years to come, especially if you find one at Petland Merrillville, IN.
Golden Retriever breed profile
Every score below is set by our team for this breed. Higher is simply more of that trait, not better or worse.
Temperament
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Affection Devoted
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Playfulness Always game
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With strangers Never met a stranger
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Territorial Relaxed
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Prey drive Moderate
Family & other pets
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Young children Excellent
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Older children Excellent
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Other dogs Loves other dogs
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Cats Usually fine
Energy & exercise
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Energy High
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Mental stimulation High
Training
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Trainability Eager to please
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Intelligence Exceptional
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Stubbornness Biddable
Care & upkeep
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Shedding Heavy
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Drooling Some
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Barking Moderate
Home life
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Apartment living Prefers a house
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Time alone A few hours
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Cold weather Comfortable
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Warm weather Average
A good match for
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First-time owners Ideal first dog
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Senior owners Good
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Running partner Good
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Hiking Good
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Therapy work Excellent
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Guarding Low
Living with a Golden Retriever
Breed History
The Golden Retriever is believed to have originated from the Russian tracker dog which has now gone into extinction.
It has its origin from Scotland, United Kingdom and originally bred in Scotland in the mid-19th century. As of then, wildfowl hunting was a quite popular sport amongst the Scottish elite.
The retriever breeds as of then were inadequate in retrieving the games from both land and water and as a result, the best water spaniels as at then were crossed with existing retrievers which is how the Golden Retriever came to being.
Temperament
The Golden Retriever is best described as a kind, friendly and confident which is why it makes a really good family pet. It also has an eagerness to always please its family. In addition, it is a very active and fun-loving animal with a well-mannered temperament.
Environment
This breed is well suited to rural environments and homes that have yards, it can also easily adapt to a cold environment because it possesses a lot of hair.
Although it loves the outdoor life, it still remains a family dog that requires regular family interaction. The Golden Retriever can do well both indoor and outdoor if it is properly trained and stimulated.
Exercise
A Golden Retriever requires exercise at least twice a day in order to avoid boredom and hence destructiveness. Golden Retrievers in a working field will require more exercise than non-working Retrievers but on average, the Golden Retriever should be exercised for at least one hour twice a day.
Grooming
This breed requires regular baths and grooming, in order to prevent ear infection, it needs its ears cleaned regularly. With frequent grooming, the amount of hair shed by the Golden Retriever is minimized. However, excess shedding in the Golden Retriever is an indication of an underlying health issue.
Our Golden Retriever puppies for sale come from either USDA licensed commercial breeders or hobby breeders with no more than 5 breeding mothers. USDA licensed commercial breeders account for less than 20% of all breeders in the country.
The unregulated breeders who are selling outside of the USDA regulations and without a license are what we consider to be “Puppy Mills.” We are committed to offering Golden Retriever puppies who will grow up to become important members of your family. We only purchase puppies from the very best sources, and we stand behind every puppy we sell.
Caring for a Golden Retriever
- Grooming
- Weekly brushing
- Grooming cost
- Low
- Monthly food
- Average
- Outdoor space
- A yard is recommended
- Allergy friendly
- Not considered hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever Video
Frequently Asked Questions
How big can the Golden Retriever get?
A healthy male Golden Retriever weighs between 65 to 75 pounds while growing up to 23 to 24 inches tall. A female weighs between 55 to 65pounds and can grow up to 21.5 to 22.5 inches tall.
How long does it take a Golden Retriever to reach its full size?
For Golden Retrievers, full physical maturity takes one to two years. Once this is attained, its bones become fully grown and can perform the same amount of physical exercise as an adult dog.
Do Golden Retrievers smell?
Golden Retrievers often smell bad because of its thick water-resistant coat. You can, however, maintain its cleanliness to control its bad odor.
How can you keep a Golden Retriever healthy?
There are several ways to keep this dog healthy few of which are high-quality food, providing it with plenty of clean and freshwater, developing a good feeding schedule, etc.
How many times a day should a Golden Retriever be fed?
The required food for a Golden Retriever is dependent on its age, activity level, size and built. Vets recommend about 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food per day for two meals.
How much exercise does a Golden Retriever need?
This dog is a sporting breed and therefore requires a whole lot of exercise when fully grown, high-intensity exercise is very beneficial to it. However, high-intensity exercise shouldn’t be forced on a Golden Retriever until about 18 months old to avoid damaging its growing joints.
Is it alright to get a Golden Retriever in a hot climate?
The Golden Retriever can thrive well in hot climates; all it requires is a shaded and aerated area with lots of water. However, it should not be allowed to exercise too much in the heat.
What age can a Golden Retriever Puppy be brought home?
A puppy Retriever should not be taken from its mother earlier than when it is 8 weeks old. This is because up until that age, it gets important socialization and learns important skills from its mother and siblings.
Should a Golden Retriever be left indoors or outdoors?
A Golden Retriever naturally wants to be with its family, if its family is indoor, you will find it right there with them.
Does a Golden Retriever bark a lot?
The Golden Retriever is not one to bark a lot except in cases of boredom or mental stimulation.
