Golden Retrievers are one of the most loved, popular dog breeds in the U.S. How much do you know about this great dog? Take the Golden Retriever Dog Breed Quiz and check your knowledge!
(We use reliable sources such as the AKC website, among others, for our information. We try to be as accurate as possible!)
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A Golden Retriever holds the world record for loudest bark at 113.1 decibels.
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The loudest bark by a dog measured 113.1 dB and was produced by golden retriever Charlie, owned by Belinda Freebairn (Australia) during the Purina Bark in the Park event in Rymill Park, Adelaide, Australia, on 20 October 2012. source: .guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/loudest-bark-by-a-dog
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Golden Retrievers tend not to be good swimmers. They do not like water.
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Golden retriever puppies have a natural instinct that makes them good swimmers. Many Golden Retriever puppies can hit the water for the first time and learn how to swim very quickly. source: loyalgoldens.com/can-golden-retriever-puppies-swim/
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The Golden Retriever originated in England.
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The Golden Retriever originated in the Highlands of Scotland in the late 1800s. source: grca.org/about-the-breed/breed-history/brief-history-of-the-golden-retriever/
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Golden Retrievers are considered the 4th most intelligent dog breed in the world out of 138 breeds.
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Understanding of New Commands: Fewer than 5 repetitions. Obey First Command: 95% of the time or better.- #1 Border Collie United Kingdom - #2 Poodle Germany - #3 German Shepherd Germany - #4 Golden Retriever Scotland - #5 Doberman Pinscher Germany - source:.dogbreedslist.info/smartest-dog-breeds/
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A major health concern seen in Golden Retrievers is obesity.
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Obesity in Golden Retrievers is a common problem as they love to eat, eat and eat. source: spirepet.com/old-golden-retriever-health-problems-ways-to-treat-and-ease-them/
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The main difference between English Goldens and American Goldens is coat color. English Goldens have a darker coat color.
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English golden retrievers can be a lighter shade, usually light golden or cream-colored dogs source: goldenhearts.co/english-vs-american-golden-retrievers/
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The first image ever uploaded to Instagram was a picture of a Golden Retriever.
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Which of the images below is a Golden Retriever?
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Dog 1 is a Golden Retriever-Dog 2 is a Kuvasz.
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There are two types of Golden Retriever coats-short-haired and long-haired.
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Golden Retrievers can suffer from separation anxiety when left alone. They tend to be very social dogs.
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separation anxiety is a common anxiety issue, and Golden Retrievers can be prone to it source: goldenhearts.co/golden-retriever-anxiety/
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There are three types of Golden Retrievers: English, American and Irish.
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