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Golden Retriever Trivia Quiz
Quiz: How much do you know about Golden Retrievers?
1. Where did the Golden Retriever originate?
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The Golden Retriever originated in the Highlands of Scotland in the late 1800s and owes its development to Dudley Marjoribanks, (later known as Lord Tweedmouth).
2. When was the Golden Retriever first registered with the AKC?
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The first Golden Retriever was registered with the American Kennel Club in November 1925.
3. How many official colors do Golden Retrievers come in?
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While you might think all Golden Retrievers look very similar, the breed actually has three recognized colors--golden, light golden, and dark golden.
4. What dog sport do Golden Retrievers excel at?
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Their excellent swimming ability makes them proficient at dock jumping. A natural retrieving ability means they are also competitive in flyball and field trials.
5. What job are Golden Retrievers unsuited for?
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The breed's friendly, gentle temperament means it is unsuited to being a professional guard dog, but its temperament has also made it the third-most popular family dog breed in the World.
6. What is the AKC standard height for a Golden Retriever?
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Goldens must be 23-24 inches (male) and 21 and a half - 22 and a half inches (female). Any deviation in height an inch under or above the standard is a disqualification.
7. What is the average weight of Golden Retrievers, according to the breed standard?
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The average Golden male should be 65-75 lbs (male) and 55-65 lbs (female).
8. In dog shows in Canada and the United States, what group does the Golden Retriever belong to?
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Because Goldens were originally bred for sport (fowl hunting and retrieving) they are part of the Sporting Group (Group 1).
9. The Golden Retriever breed was developed in the 19th century. Which of these dogs was it NOT bred from?
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There was a long-standing rumor that goldens were descended from golden Russian circus dogs. This has been proved to be false.
10. What is NOT a common problem in golden retrievers?
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In general, goldens are more friendly than aggressive. But they can develop serious chronic health problems if they are poorly bred.
11. What percent of guide dogs are Golden Retrievers?
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Their devotion to any task they are trained for, and their natural work ethic, make Goldens a wonderful guide dog. In fact, 15% of all guide dogs are Golden Retrievers. The breed is also used in search & rescue and bomb sniffing.
12. What is the most common cause of death among Golden Retrievers?
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Cancer is a leading cause of death in older dogs. Your Golden will likely live longer than many other breeds and therefore is more prone to get cancer in his golden years. Many cancers are cured by surgically removing them, and some types are treatable with chemotherapy.
13. How old was the world's oldest Golden Retriever?
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Augie, a Golden from Tennessee, is believed to have been the oldest Golden Retriever. She lived 20 years and 11 months. The average lifespan of Goldens is 10-12 years.
14. Which does NOT describe a golden retriever's coat?
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Golden Retrievers have a lush and thick double layer coat. The American Kennel Club (AKC) standards for Golden Retrievers require a single coat color, ...
15. In 1999, the golden retriever was the ______ most popular breed in America.
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The Labrador Retriever rated 1st, the German Shepherd 3rd, and the Dachshund 4th. Labradors generally perform better in field trials than goldens.
16. Which of these things do many golden retrievers love to do?
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Golden Retrievers love to be active! Games or activities that involve a lot of running or jumping are good for most retrievers, as long as you ...
17. When choosing a golden retriever puppy, you should ask for health screening on both parents. Which is NOT a screening for goldens?
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A puppy with certified parents (or better yet, certified grandparents and great-grandparents) is not guaranteed disease-free. But there is less likelihood that it will develop a genetic disorder.
18. The hair on the back of the Golden's front legs are called?
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These so-called feathers are basically tufts of hair that grow on the Golden Retriever. These tufts are long and appear to have a feathered ...
19. A Golden Retriever holds the world record for _____.
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In 2020, a six-year-old Golden named Finley bagged a world record for holding six tennis balls in his mouth. The previous record, also set by Finley, was five.
20. Which U.S. president kept a Golden Retriever at the White House?
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The Ford's acquired Liberty, a Golden Retriever, as a puppy in the fall of 1974. She grew up in the White House and even gave birth to her first litter of puppies there. A1813-5. President Ford and Liberty in the Oval Office.
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