First of all, golden retrievers is not a watchdog. Golden retrievers are easy to train because they love to learn. Golden retrievers are easy to maintain in physical and mental health and they also possess the ideal temperament for family dog.

The golden retrievers standard is prepared by the Golden Retriever Club of America and approved by the American Kennel Club. The golden retriever is a hunting dog. Golden retrievers should be in good physical condition. Usually a golden retriever has a kindly expression and an eager, alert, self-confident manner. Golden retrievers' tail should be thick and muscular at the base. A golden retriever's coat is naturally oily and in a rich, lustrous gold.

Golden retrievers are usually friendly, loving, outgoing and trustworthy. Under normal circumstances, a golden retriever shows no sign of hostility or timidity. Golden retrievers breed are eager breed that truly need human companionship. Many golden retrievers are afraid of loud noises, such as thunder and fireworks. Recently because of the golden retriever's popularity, aggressive problems have cropped up. Extra care should be taken to find a responsible golden retrievers breeder and meet the pup's parents.

Be vigilant for hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), von Willebrand's disease (a blood clotting disorder), heart problems, cataracts, skin conditions, eye abnormalities and epilepsy.