Golden Retriever

Bred in 1800s Scotland with a 'soft mouth' that carries game without a scratch.

Care tips

Needs 2+ hours of exercise daily and a job for the brain: training, scent work or a sport.
Brush several times a week down to the skin so mats never start; check behind the ears.
Large-breed puppy food, and no forced running or long stairs until it's fully grown (around 18 months).
Ask the breeder for: hip x-rays, elbow x-rays, eye examination, heart check.
Food safety, from Bumba: keep the batch number of every bag. If your dog suddenly can't stand or walk, go to the vet the same hour.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. Your vet knows your dog best.