Golden Retrievers are medium-to-large dogs. Adult males typically weigh 65-75 lbs and stand 23-24 inches tall at the shoulder, while females weigh 55-65 lbs and stand 21.5-22.5 inches. Most Goldens reach their full size around 18-24 months of age.

Absolutely — Goldens are famously one of the best family breeds in the world. They are gentle, patient, and endlessly tolerant with children, and they get along wonderfully with other dogs and cats. Their friendly, eager-to-please personality makes them excellent for first-time dog owners, active families, and therapy/service work.

Golden Retrievers are active, athletic dogs. Adults need 1-2 hours of exercise per day — walks, swimming, fetch, hiking, or active play. Mental stimulation through training, puzzle toys, and scent work is equally important. Puppies need less structured exercise while their joints develop but benefit from plenty of free play.

Yes — Golden Retrievers have a thick double coat that sheds year-round and heavily twice a year during "coat blows." Weekly brushing keeps shedding manageable, and daily brushing during seasonal shedding helps tremendously. A good vacuum and a shedding-brush like a Furminator are part of Golden life.

Very trainable — they are ranked the 4th most intelligent breed. Goldens thrive on positive reinforcement, praise, and food rewards. They pick up basic commands quickly and can advance to complex tasks, which is why they are so commonly chosen for service, therapy, and competition work.

Every PrestigeGoldenHome puppy goes home with: up-to-date vaccinations, deworming records, a veterinary health certificate, our lifetime health guarantee, a starter kit (food, blanket with littermate scent, toy), and a care guide. You also get ongoing access to us — text or call any time.

Reach out through our contact form or by phone. We'll have a friendly conversation about your home, lifestyle, and what you're looking for, then help match you with the right puppy. A deposit secures your puppy until pickup day. We only place puppies with families we feel confident will love them for life.

Yes — we offer safe delivery throughout the United States through trusted, climate-controlled pet transport partners. That said, we love meeting families in person when possible, so local pickup is always preferred. Shipping costs and logistics are arranged once your puppy is reserved.

All our Golden Retriever puppies are started on crate training, potty-pad habits, and early socialization with household sounds, car rides, kids, and other pets. They aren't fully trained at 8-10 weeks, but they have a strong foundation to build on. We provide guidance for every step.

Our litters include the full range of Golden Retriever shades — from light English cream and pale gold to rich medium gold and deep red-gold. All shades share the same wonderful temperament and health standards. Check our Available Puppies page for current options.