Introduction to the standards of American level golden retrievers

Appearance standards for competition-level Golden Retrievers: well-proportioned, strong, lively, with a loud and melodious cry, legs that are neither too long nor clumsy, friendly behavior, alert, eager, and confident. As a hunting dog, the first thing is that it can adapt to harsh environments. Overall appearance, balance, and gait are all important aspects to consider. Any deviation from the above ideal is downgraded or deemed inappropriate for the breed characteristics.

Competition-level Golden Retriever body standards: male Golden Retriever, 23-24 inches in shoulder height; female Golden Retriever, height 21.5-22.5 inches, one inch higher or lower than the standard is inappropriate. Any deviation of more than one inch is disqualified. The length from the sternum to the buttocks is slightly longer than the height, with a ratio of 12:11. The male weighs approximately 65-75 pounds, while the female weighs 55-65 pounds.

The skull of the competition-level Golden Retriever should be broad, slightly arched when viewed from the side, with no protrusions on the forehead and occipital bone, and the overall lines should be natural and smooth. The face is deep and broad, approximately as long as the width of the skull. The muzzle is straight and strong, flowing smoothly with the head. The length when viewed from the side is slightly deeper and wider than the width when viewed from above. Not heavy when running.