The Golden Retriever is a lovable, well-mannered dog with a great charm. It is very intelligent and responsive and is always patient and gentle with children. The Golden Retriever makes an outstanding family dog and enjoys pleasing its masters, so obedience training can be fun. It makes a good watchdog, loudly signaling a stranger's approach.
The Golden Retriever has very little guarding instincts; it is friendly with everyone, including other dogs. This dog needs human companionship, it loves to be around people. Some of the Golden Retriever’s talents are hunting, tracking, retrieving, narcotics detection, agility, competitive obedience, and performing tricks. It makes an excellent gundog, guide or service dog. It excels in obedience competitions. The Golden Retriever needs daily exercise, but likes to retrieve balls and sticks, so exercising is fairly easy.
The Golden Retriever is your perfect choice if you are looking for a safe dog for your children, who will also watch over the family home and offer affectionate companionship to the whole family.