The enemy is chronic inflammation: a process at the core of the bodyâs most basic survival instincts that is now believed to be at the heart of a handful of deadly diseases. Whatâs even worse â your body may already be under fire from inflammation caused by stress, poor diet and a couch-potato lifestyle. Inflammation can operate in stealth mode for years. When symptoms do finally become apparent, itâs usually in the form of diabetes, osteoarthritis or other inflammation-related diseases.
Around 3 months of age, you will notice some long hair growing in your puppy's tail. This is the beginning of his feathering. Goldens have feathers on their legs, under their stomachs, and on the tail. The adult coat begins growing on the dog's tail first and continues gradually up his body.
Size of Golden Retriever. Healthy male Golden Retrievers weigh between 65 to 75 pounds and grow up to 23 to 24 inches tall. Females are typically a bit smaller, weighing between 55 to 65 pounds and are 21.5 to 22.5 inches tall. The breedâs size does vary depending on the particular litter, but generally Goldenâs fall somewhere around these measurements.