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** GOLDEN RETRIEVERS **

 Most dog lovers say Golden Retrievers are phenomenal dogs. Here is some great and fun information about Golden Retrievers, so keep on scrolling! 

**Activity ** Golden Retrievers like to do a lot of things that keep them active and healthy. This type of breed likes swimming, running, and playing fetch. Golden Retrievers usually like to wake up early to start their day, so make sure they get plenty of exercise. This dog could exercise in many ways. It could run beside you while you bicycle, or you could run with it, or just do a daily walk. These dogs are also excellent swimmers. Make sure you don't over feed your Golden Retriever, because it could get overweight. They also like to get attention from their family or owner, so try to spend plenty of time with them. They could always use a spare bone every once in a while!

** Info of breed ** Female Golden Retrievers are different from male Golden Retrievers. The difference between a female than a male is females can grow up to be between 20 and 22 inches and weigh up to 55 to 70 pounds. However, males are bigger than females. Males can be in between 22 to 24 inches tall and weigh up to 60 to 80 pounds. Females and males are different in many ways.If you are allergic to dogs, getting a Golden Retriever might not be the best plan. This hair is easy to groom, but make sure you use a bristle brush. It's better for the roots of their hair. These dogs usually live up to 10 to 12 years.

**Attitude **  <span style="font-size: 120%; color: rgb(255,255,0);"> Golden Retrievers are very friendly, and are not afraid of most things. You could t rust this dog anytime of the day. This type of breed can also have a lot of fun! They are cheerful and very affectionate. Golden's have a knack of discovering new places. They can sense danger. They also can also be very obedient, and they are great for lookout. Golden Retrievers are great friends and can listen to anything. If you have had a bad day, there is a good chance a Golden Retriever will cheer you up!

<span style="font-size: 130%; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">**<span style="font-size: 110%; color: rgb(128,128,0);">The Type of Breed ** The Golden Retriever was developed in the British Isle. It is a mixture of the Bloodhound, a Yellow Flat Coated Retriever, a tweed Water Spaniel, and other spaniels. Some common health problems that can happen to Golden Retrievers are that they can get cancer, skin cancer, and hip dysplasia. Try not to bathe your Golden Retriever too much, because they do shed.

<span style="font-size: 91%; color: rgb(64,64,64); font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; background-color: rgb(255,255,255);"> <span style="font-size: 19px; color: rgb(255,255,0); line-height: 28px;">**Fun Facts** This dog was first shown as a Golden Flat Coat Dog. The Golden Retriever was voted one of the top most obedient dogs of the United States. Golden Retrievers have excellent noses. They are also used for hunting and tracking. They are great dogs for the blind, or disabled. Golden Retrievers shed a lot. You should never shave your Golden, because it could shed more than usual. Even clumps of hair. Because of the Golden Retrievers thick coat of fur, they are great swimmers in cold water because they barely notice the low temperature. They are also great at finding illegal drugs because of their powerful sense of smell. Golden Retrievers are great dogs, even for the disabled. Overall, Golden Retrievers are a great pick for the whole family! <span style="font-size: 15px; color: rgb(128,128,128); line-height: normal; font-family: arial;">





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