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Appearance: |
The Golden Shepherd is a medium sized dog with a German Shepherd body, a head like a Golden Retriever. They can put their ears up but are usually carried lying down.
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Characteristics: |
The Golden Shepherd is a very intelligent dog that is easy to get along with.
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Family Dog: |
The Golden Shepherd is definitely a family dog.
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Companionship: |
The Golden Shepherd loves to be with his owners more than anything.
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Body: |
The Golden Shepherd has a body much like that of a German Shepherd shaped with heavier back end and a straight, not sloped back.
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Forequarters: |
The forequarters of the Golden Shepherd are much like that of a German Shepherd with a thick chest.
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Gait: |
Depending on speed, the Golden Shepherd canters like a German Shepherd but does not run flat out often.
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Color: |
The coat of the Golden Shepherd is sable with golden tones.
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Grooming: |
The coat of the Golden Shepherd should be brushed once a week.
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Behavior: |
The Golden Shepherd is a laid back dog that really loves attention and to be close to his people. They are protective if they sense trouble.
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Barking: |
The Golden Shepherd is not a big barker but does have a tendency to bark in their sleep and will get aggressive with a barking dog.
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Exercise: |
Like a Golden retiever, the Golden Shepherd loves to be running but is also content to sit around the house.
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Dental Health: |
The Golden Shepherd has very good dental health and loves to chew.
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Bone/Tissue Health: |
The Golden Shepherd has very good bones and flexibility. They may be prone to developing small fat tumours.
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