They are two of the most well-known and beloved breeds – the Labrador Retriever and the Golden Retriever. In fact, the active Labrador is the most popular breed based on AKC registration statistics, an honor they've held since 1991. And devoted Goldens aren't far behind, ranking number four in 2020. You might be familiar with […]

The 2021 Met Gala was the fashion event of the year, but peeking out from behind from the celebrities, a lady in gold stole the show. Vail, a five-year-old Golden Retriever, is a working dog at The Met and was spotted in the background of many photos from the night. Vail captivated dog lovers around […]

Golden Retrievers are called "America's sweethearts" by some, and have been among the most popular breeds for decades. Learn more about Goldens Retrievers.

Goldens. These dogs can easily become the golden member of any family. They can steal our hearts along with our shoes and we love them so much, we don't even mind. Golden Retrievers are described as being intelligent, friendly, and devoted companions who will leave a real imprint on your life. If you are considering […]

After nearly two full days of competition between more than 100 dogs, one Golden Retriever came out on top: Juicy. Six-year-old Juicy (OTCH7 High Times Totally Sauced UDX7 PCD OGM SH) earned a score of 517.5/520 and was handled by owner Sharri Lynn Sibert of Schoolcraft, MI. No stranger to success, Juicy was the first […]

Lauren Mulvihill didn't grow up with dogs, but that never stopped her from wanting one. Growing up, her cousin's dog Casey — “the perfect Golden to a T" — was friendly, goofy, and smart. Lauren begged her parents for a dog like Casey. “I would ask every single holiday," she says. “I'd be like, please […]

As her Golden Retriever entered the last week of pregnancy, Melody Lyons had made all the checks on her list. Like most breeders, she wanted to be ready for anything. Whelping box set up; heat lamps installed; milk replacer on the shelf. The veterinarian gave Carly a check-up and thought delivery would happen in about […]

Wondering how to groom a Golden Retriever? Here's a grooming guide on how to care for a Golden's coat, ears, teeth, and more.

Golden Retriever Pigmentary Uveitis (GRPU) is an inflammatory disease of the eye recognized in Golden Retrievers throughout the United States and Canada. It was first described in the scientific literature in 1996 and is now recognized as common in Golden Retrievers more than 8 years of age in the United States. Despite ongoing research to […]

With a three-legged hop and a skip, 6-year-old Ari, aka Hero No. 1651, knows how to work a crowd. Giving his amputated limb the cold-shoulder, the Golden Retriever with the soft, friendly eyes can’t wait to cheer up anyone who needs a dose of happy. His specialty? Hospice patients, nonverbal people, children using wheelchairs, and […]