What is the golden retriever breed like?
The golden retriever is first and foremost a devoted family dog. He is distinguished by being affectionate, obedient, energetic, intelligent, and reliable. He is the typical pet who does everything possible to please his owner.
Not only does he love spending time with his family, but he is also very welcoming to friends and strangers. This is why it is not considered a good choice for a guard dog. They are good with children and are easy to train and very intelligent dog breed. However, training and socialization from an early age are always recommended.
How do I know what kind of golden retriever I have?
The 3 types of golden retrievers are very similar to each other. After all, they are just variations of the same breed. Even so, there are some differences that will help you distinguish them.
To find out what type of golden retriever you have, consider the following:
- American type. Slender body, significantly golden fur (can vary in intensity), clear, slanted eyes.
- British type. Slightly stockier body, a broader skull, a cream-colored coat, and round dark eyes.
- Canadian type. Shorter and thinner layer, medium golden color (can become dark), and apparently taller body.
What are crossbred or mixed golden retrievers?
The golden retriever is a dog well known for being purebred, but this does not prevent breeders from developing different crosses. Some of the most common include:
- The goldendoodle or golden poodle. Cross between the golden retriever and the standard poodle. They not only come in gold tones but also in black.
- The golden mountain. Cross between the golden retriever and the Bernese Mountain Dog. It is a family dog, but with a certain protective instinct.
- The golden chi or golden chi. Cross between the golden retriever and the Chihuahua. It physically resembles the Chihuahua but has a much larger build.
- The golden lab or gold door. Cross between the golden retriever and the Labrador. It has an obedient, gentle temperament and average energy levels.
- The goldmation or golden Dalmatian. Cross between the golden retriever and the Dalmatian. This dog exhibits a slightly reserved personality.
Is the miniature golden retriever a separate type?
No. The miniature golden retriever is not a type of golden retriever. Contrary to what the name may suggest, these specimens are not obtained through the selective breeding of purebred dogs. The miniature golden, or mini golden, is the result of crosses between different breeds.
Some of the most common crosses are a golden retriever with a poodle (standard or miniature), a golden retriever with a Goldendoodle (golden retriever and poodle mix), or a golden retriever with a cocker spaniel.
In any case, breeders try to get a 50-75% genetic match to the standard golden. The idea is to create puppies that have the wonderful temperament of a pure golden retriever, but smaller in size.
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