The Golden Retriever  in Brief
Group:  Sporting	Children:  Extremely Loving and Patient; Some may be Too Rowdy for Infants or Toddlers
Origin:  England	Other Animals:  Love to Play, Tolerate Most
Size:  Medium, F 21.5-22.5, 55-65# M. 23-24", 65-75#	Abilities:  Obedience, Agility, Flyball, Search & Rescue, Field Trials, Hunting Tests, Service Fields, Therapy, Hunting
Protection:  Poor, will bark	Shedding/Grooming:  Yes, profuse, Brushing Twice a Week
Energy:  Moderately High, Field Lines Higher Than Show Lines	Health Clearances:  OFA, CERF; Ask About: cataracts, OCD, entropion, SAS, epilepsy, hypothyroidism
Life Expectancy:  10-14 years	Best With:  Fences, Active, Social People
	Not For:  Watch Dog, Backyard Dog, Small Apartments, Allergic Owners, Fussy House-Keepers

From: The Perfect Match  by Chris Walkowicz