Goldendale Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Adaptable
Brave
Trustworthy
Balanced

Goldendale dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Goldendale. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

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Golden Retriever, Airedale Terrier

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Brown

Black

Black
White
Red
Fawn

The coat of a Goldendale falls in the medium length category.

Wavy

A Goldendale 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.

Goldendales 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 Goldendale is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergies

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Goldendale have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Goldendales 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 Goldendale, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Goldendales usually need at least 90 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 Goldendale is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-60 pound (25 - 27 kg) Goldendale 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 Goldendale is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Goldendale 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.

Goldendale dogs have average emotions and are adaptable to different situations, not requiring extra care like sensitive breeds do.

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

A Goldendales 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

Goldendales are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Goldendales are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Goldendales are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Goldendales are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Goldendale for a mellower experience.

The Goldendale is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.