Golden Shepherd Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Golden Shepherd is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Watchful
Trustworthy

Golden Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Golden Shepherd. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Golden Shepherd dog is one of the best choice if you want a good watchdog. This breed will keep watch over you and your family at all times. This breed takes this task seriously and will typically perform its guarding duty with little to no training. This dog will require obedience training, or you can consider guard dog training to sharpen its skills.

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German Shepherd, Golden Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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The coat of a Golden Shepherd dog is generally known for its length.

Straight

A Golden Shepherd can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Golden Shepherds are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Golden Shepherd breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

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Golden Shepherds are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Golden Shepherd have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Golden Shepherd dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Golden Shepherds are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Shepherd dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Playdate, Run, Play keep away, Walk, Wrestle, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Chase

Golden Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Shepherd, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Shepherds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Golden Shepherd is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Ideally, Golden Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Golden Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Golden Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Golden Shepherd breed is considered highly intelligent and very easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Golden Shepherds are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

A Golden Shepherds typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Golden Shepherds are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Golden Shepherds are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Golden Shepherds are very friendly around strangers.

The Golden Shepherd is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Golden Shepherd is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Golden Shepherd dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.