Golden Retriever Health
Any dog should go regularly to the vet to promptly identify the appearance of any disease. In puppies and elderly dogs, the average time should be around 6 months, but in adult dogs, visits can be annual. It will also be necessary to keep track of the dog’s vaccination schedule and deworming.
Most golden retrievers are healthy dogs with a life expectancy of between 10 and 12 years. However, there are some hereditary diseases to which dogs of this breed may be prone and that can reduce the life expectancy of those affected specimens.
Height
23-24 Inches (Male)
21.5-22.5 inches (Female)
Weight
65-75 pounds (Male)
55-65 pounds (Female)
Life Expectancy
10-12 years
Origen
Europe – United Kingdom
Physical Characteristics
Rustic – Muscular
Long Ears
Recommended Physical Activity
Medium-High
Type of Hair
Long
Pedigree golden retrievers tend to be less prone to some hereditary diseases, since responsible breeders genetically study and screen their dogs for diseases such as:
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Obesity and overweight
Cáncer
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
Most of these diseases develop in older golden retrievers or in elderly dogs, even so we must be aware of the health of our golden retriever dog throughout his life and be careful with his diet because they have a tremendous sweet tooth and will do everything they want. is in their power to get you to reward them.
