• Three types of goldens American, English, Canadian, but they are all recognized as Golden Retrievers.
• Golden retrievers darken with age
• Goldens were bred from spaniels
• Goldens make great service dogs
• They were recognized by AKC in 1925 this was 57 years after the first golden was bred
• Oldest golden retriever is 20 years old her name is Augie.
• Goldens originated from Scotland
• They love to swim
• 4th most intelligent breed
• Mature slowly - mature physically at Age 2, but socially and behaviorally isn't reached until 3 - 4 years old
• 2 presidents had Golden Retrievers while living at the White House Gerald Ford and her name was Liberty and Ronald Reagan and her name was Victory, both were females.
• Golden retrievers have webbed toes
• Golden's have a double haircoat
• First three AKC obedience champs were Golden Retrievers
• Golden retrievers can hold five tennis balls in their mouth