Surprising Facts About Golden Retrievers

Golden Retrievers aren’t just adorable — they’re full of surprises! Here are 5 facts

you NEVER knew! 🐶✨ Fact #5: Golden Retrievers stay playful for up to

3–4 years — one of the longest puppy stages of any dog! Fact #4: They’re famous therapy dogs

because their brains actually release more oxytocin — the love hormone — during human interaction.

Fact #3: Goldens have water-repellent fur. That’s why they can swim for long

periods without getting drenched to the skin! Fact #2: They’re one of the smartest

dog breeds — able to learn over 200 words and commands! Fact #1: Goldens were originally

bred in Scotland to retrieve game… and yes, their fetch obsession is literally genetic.