Breed guide
Golden Retriever puppies for sale
Golden Retrievers are among the most popular family dogs, known for their gentle nature, trainability, and love of activity.
- Species
- Dog
- Group
- Sporting
- Size
- Large
- Typical lifespan
- 10–12 years
- Temperament
- Friendly, eager to please, family-oriented
Caring for a Golden Retriever
They need daily exercise and regular brushing. Hip, elbow, eye, and heart health are commonly screened in breeding dogs.
What to ask the provider for
- Veterinary exam and vaccination records
- Parent hip, elbow, eye, and heart evaluations, where available
- Registration or pedigree papers, if offered
Golden Retriever mixes from shelters and rescues
Rescues on HerdVerified can list a mixed-breed animal by its primary breed, such as "Golden Retriever Mix". Breed mixes in shelters are often identified by appearance, so ask the rescue how the breed was determined.
How to avoid puppy scams
- Prefer providers whose identity and business details have been reviewed.
- Ask for a live video call with the animal before sending money.
- Be cautious of prices far below typical, pressure to pay quickly, or gift-card and wire payments.
- Ask to see health records rather than accepting verbal assurances.
HerdVerified reviews provider identity and documents. Verification is not a guarantee of an animal's health or temperament.