The Golden Retriever originated in Scotland during the 1800s, primarily developed by Sir Dudley Marjoribanks (later Lord Tweedmouth) who bred flat- and wavy-coated retrievers with Tweed Water Spaniels to create a superior waterfowl hunting dog with an even temper. The resulting breed quickly drew attention for its excellent hunting skills and was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925, becoming one of the most popular dog breeds of all time. Golden Retrievers feature a dense, water-repellant double coat that ranges from wavy to straight in colors from light cream to dark golden, with bodies that can vary from stocky and wide to lean and sporty. These heavy-shedding dogs are not suitable for households with allergies, as their double coat sheds year-round with particularly intense shedding in spring and fall.
Prized for their sunny personality, intelligence, and trainability, Golden Retrievers are naturally social dogs that thrive on human interaction and aim to please everyone, whether owner or stranger, making them wonderful companions for children and adults alike. Good-natured, confident, and energetic, these high-energy dogs require at least an hour of daily mental and physical exercise through activities like running, walking, biking, or swimming to prevent hyperactive or boisterous behavior. They need brushing 1-2 times weekly to control loose fur and dander, increasing to daily brushing during heavy spring and fall shedding seasons, plus occasional baths every two months and weekly ear inspections. With proper training and adequate exercise, Golden Retriever make calm, obedient companions valued equally by hunters for their powerful retrieving skills and families for their delightful temperament.
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AKC Golden Retriever puppies! Look at these cute and adorable puppies! These puppies are having a fun time while they are waiting to go home, as they are learning to eat their solid food and playing w
Golden Retriever
Barney is a calm, cream-colored male, who wears a green collar. He is the most laidback of the males, and an absolute teddy bear! He has his playful streaks, but is more introspective, timid fellow, so he appreciates a quiet atmosphere. He is super soft and cuddly, and all he asks for is your love and lap. Oh, and a great big bowl of food! Sandy, our almost-4 year old fa
Golden Retriever
Missy is a petite creamy-white female, who wears a pink collar. She is a real sweetheart, who can be a bit reserved at first. She is very affectionate, with a tongue that gives the best sloppiest kisses. She loves to frolic, especially if you are involved. She makes a beautiful, cuddly companion, who is very attentive to people in her life. Sandy, our almost-4 year old f
Golden Retriever
AKC Golden Retriever puppies! Look at these cute and adorable puppies! These puppies are having a fun time while they are waiting to go home, as they are learning to eat their solid food and playing w
Golden Retriever
Buster is a sociable cream-colored male who wears a gray collar. He is a handsome extrovert, whose sole ambition in life is to get to know you! He is so very frisky and his tail seems to be in real danger of falling off because he wags it so vigorously! He is a real charmer, and his sparkling eyes will work their magic on you, He has a huge appetite right now, and guards h
Golden Retriever
AKC Golden Retriever puppies! Look at these cute and adorable puppies! These puppies are having a fun time while they are waiting to go home, as they are learning to eat their solid food and playing w
Golden Retriever
AKC Golden Retriever puppies! Look at these cute and adorable puppies! These puppies are having a fun time while they are waiting to go home, as they are learning to eat their solid food and playing w
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Sugar is a dainty white female, who wears a purple collar. She is a docile little dear, who thrives on snuggles. She is the one who will crawl into your lap when her siblings get too rowdy. Her gentle heart is sweet and loving all the way through, except for a few streaks of mischief. (She likes to grab her siblings' tails, and hold on!) She will melt your heart when she c
Golden Retriever
AKC Golden Retriever puppies! Look at these cute and adorable puppies! These puppies are having a fun time while they are waiting to go home, as they are learning to eat their solid food and playing w
Golden Retriever
Hello there! I’m Dexter a beautiful AKC Golden Retriever puppy! These puppies have a Mom that weighs around 75 pounds and Dad weighs around 80 pounds! Dexter is the perfect addition to any family. Don
Golden Retriever
Hello there! I’m Harper a beautiful AKC Golden Retriever puppy! These puppies have a Mom that weighs around 75 pounds and Dad weighs around 80 pounds! Harper is the perfect addition to any family. Don
Golden Retriever
Hello there! I’m Max a beautiful AKC Golden Retriever puppy! These puppies have a Mom that weighs around 75 pounds and Dad weighs around 80 pounds! Max is the perfect addition to any family. Don’t mis
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
Add a little puppy love to your daily life, and you are bound to experience so much joy! These frisky, lovable Golden Retriever babies are such fun to be around, spreading laughter wherever they go. T
Golden Retriever
🌟🐾 Fletcher – Handsome, Happy & Ready to Steal Your Heart! 🐾🌟 Meet Fletcher, an AKC registered Golden Retriever who is truly a showstopper. This handsome, sweet puppy is the kind who will take yo
Golden Retriever
Hey there! Let me introduce you to these happy go lucky Golden Retriever puppies! They are oh so sweet and each have a lovely, fluffy coat of golden fur that is super soft and silky. Their bright pupp
Golden Retriever
🌲🐾 Forest – Your Future Loyal Companion! 🐾🌲 Forest is an AKC registered Golden Retriever puppy who is as sweet and beautiful as his name suggests. This handsome boy has a happy, friendly personal
Golden Retriever
Hey there! Let me introduce you to these happy go lucky Golden Retriever puppies! They are oh so sweet and each have a lovely, fluffy coat of golden fur that is super soft and silky. Their bright pupp
Golden Retriever
Ready for the best days of your life? They begin when you meet these sweet as sugar Golden Retriever puppies! Hello, let me introduce myself! I am a sweetheart that loves people and my tail probably w
Golden Retriever
Check out these beautiful, majestic Golden Retriever puppies! With adorable, floppy ears and such sincere, expressive puppy eyes, these cuties are going to capture the hearts of everyone they meet! Th
Golden Retriever
🌸🐾 Jada – Beautiful, Happy & Full of Puppy Charm! 🐾🌸 Jada is an AKC registered Golden Retriever puppy who is simply lovely inside and out. This sweet girl has a bright, friendly personality and l
Golden Retriever
Check out these beautiful, majestic Golden Retriever puppies! With adorable, floppy ears and such sincere, expressive puppy eyes, these cuties are going to capture the hearts of everyone they meet! Th
Golden Retriever
Ready for the best days of your life? They begin when you meet these sweet as sugar Golden Retriever puppies! Hello, let me introduce myself! I am a sweetheart that loves people and my tail probably w
Golden Retriever
🌞🐾 Flynn – Sweet, Handsome & Full of Golden Charm! 🐾🌞 Flynn is an AKC registered Golden Retriever puppy who is as lovable as he is handsome. With his happy personality and bright, friendly spirit
Golden Retriever
Check out these beautiful, majestic Golden Retriever puppies! With adorable, floppy ears and such sincere, expressive puppy eyes, these cuties are going to capture the hearts of everyone they meet! Th
Golden Retriever
Ready for the best days of your life? They begin when you meet these sweet as sugar Golden Retriever puppies! Hello, let me introduce myself! I am a sweetheart that loves people and my tail probably w
Golden Retriever
Howdy! Let us introduce our puppies to you and tell you why we love them! We love Golden Retrievers because they are very affection and sense their humans emotions. They are extremely happy and their
Golden Retriever
🌼🐾 Jackie – Sweet, Playful & Impossible to Resist! 🐾🌼 Jackie is an AKC registered Golden Retriever puppy who is as charming as he is adorable. This handsome little guy has a happy, friendly perso
Golden Retriever
Howdy! Let us introduce our puppies to you and tell you why we love them! We love Golden Retrievers because they are very affection and sense their humans emotions. They are extremely happy and their
Golden Retriever
Howdy! Let us introduce our puppies to you and tell you why we love them! We love Golden Retrievers because they are very affection and sense their humans emotions. They are extremely happy and their
Golden Retriever
Check out these beautiful, majestic Golden Retriever puppies! With adorable, floppy ears and such sincere, expressive puppy eyes, these cuties are going to capture the hearts of everyone they meet! Th
Golden Retriever
Howdy! Let us introduce our puppies to you and tell you why we love them! We love Golden Retrievers because they are very affection and sense their humans emotions. They are extremely happy and their
Golden Retriever
Howdy! Let us introduce our puppies to you and tell you why we love them! We love Golden Retrievers because they are very affection and sense their humans emotions. They are extremely happy and their
Golden Retriever
Hello! Meet our Golden Retriever puppies! Known for their beautiful, soft, golden fur and their cheerful, loving personalities, these babies will steal your heart the moment you meet them. Their gentl
Golden Retriever
Hello! Meet our Golden Retriever puppies! Known for their beautiful, soft, golden fur and their cheerful, loving personalities, these babies will steal your heart the moment you meet them. Their gentl
The average cost of a purebred Golden Retriever puppy in the United States is approximately $1327, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.