Golden Retriever insurance and breed information
The big, friendly bundle of fur - Golden Retrievers are loyal companions that love to be by your side.
At a glance
Over 2 hours of exercise a day
Life expectancy of 10 to 12 years
Large, between 25kg and 34kg
Friendly, loyal, intelligent
Over 2 hours of exercise a day
Life expectancy of 10 to 12 years
Large, between 25kg and 34kg
Friendly, loyal, intelligent
Meet the Golden Retriever. The big dog with an even bigger heart!
Over the years, Golden Retrievers have been bred as family pets. Their intelligence and obedient nature also makes them good guide or assistance dogs. They possess a natural working ability which makes them easy to train. Always keen to be friendly, they make great pets in houses with existing pets and children.
Buying or rehoming a Golden Retriever
Buying a Golden Retriever puppy, or adopting a rescue, is a big responsibility. Bringing them home is an important day for you and your new dog. There are lots of things you can do and research before you get them home to make the change easier for both of you. Consider the following:
- Make sure you have a safe space for your dog at home
- Come up with a plan to cater for their exercise needs. Golden Retrievers often have boundless energy
- Invest in a good brush and learn about the other aspects of grooming. Goldens have a thick double coat and shed twice per year
- Buy the essentials. You'll need nutritious food, a collar, lead, ID tag and bowls, as well as a comfy bed and a crate if you are crate training
- Plan time for socialisation and read up on the signs of separation anxiety
- Prepare your family for their arrival. Especially any children
- Ensure your garden is secure and there's no way they can escape
- Research your pet insurance options. As with any dog breed, Golder Retrievers can fall ill or have an accident
Fun fact
Golden Retrievers have a naturally soft mouth. They often like to carry around their favourite toy.
Top 5 health conditions in Golden Retrievers
We’ve put together the most common claimed for conditions for Golden Retrievers. Data is based on MORE THAN pet insurance customer claims.
Condition | Number of claims | Average paid out |
---|---|---|
69 | £1,028.55 | |
49 | £1,161.70 | |
47 | £649.32 | |
44 | £1,187.84 | |
37 | £601.91 |
Common health issues and problems in Golden Retrievers
Golden Retrievers are overall considered a healthy breed. Their usual lifespan is over 10 years.
Some health conditions in Golden Retrievers can be down to their genetic history. Others may be down to shared traits within the breed.
Click on the hotspots to learn about the most common health issues for Golden Retrievers. Information is provided by our in-house vet team (October 2022).
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Golden Retriever temperament and family friendliness
Golden Retrievers are typically a family-friendly breed. Their outgoing temperament and kind nature makes for a devoted companion. They usually have a great relationship with all members of the family, young and old.
If you have a busy household with young children, every member of the family can get involved in training. It's important to teach children how to safely interact with the dog. With some basic skills, your relationship with your Golden Retriever will thrive.
Family-friendly
- Intelligent
- Friendly
- Great with children
- Easily trained