Amazing Facts About Golden Retrievers You Probably Didn’t Know
We all know by now that golden retrievers are one special breed of dogs. They are gentle, kind, loving, cuddly, there is literally nothing bad I can say about them! But there are some lesser-known facts about them that we’d like to share with you.
We have gathered seven interesting facts and pieces of information on these gorgeous, friendly dogs you probably didn’t even know!
1. For decades people believed that Golden Retrievers were descended from Russian circus dogs. However, this theory was definitely debunked when the records of Lord Tweedmouth of Inverness, Scotland were released. In 1864, Lord Tweedmouth purchased a “yellow retriever” named Nous and bred him to a liver-colored Tweed Water Spaniel named Belle.
2. Even though Goldens are very playful by nature, and sometimes have a goofy demeanor, they learn very quickly and can master several skills, including how to perform as search and rescue dogs at the site of a disaster.
3. Golden retrievers are also used as therapy dogs to soothe and calm people. Goldens seem to have reserves of empathy and unconditional love, there’s just something about them that can calm and comfort anyone, from young children to elderly patients.
4. That exuberant puppy behavior tends to last longer in Golden Retrievers than other breeds. They mature slowly and can be playful and downright silly into adulthood.
5. Just like other retrievers, Goldens are very likely to carry something around everywhere they go, such as sticks, toys, or clothing they find on the floor.
6. Apart from Golden retrievers being very gentle, they also have a very soft mouth. So soft that they can carry a raw egg in their mouth without cracking the shell.
7. The breed has been in the top ten list of most popular dog breeds in the United States for decades, most recently at number three out of 195.