Description:Golden Retrievers are a powerful, active dog, sound and well balanced. They possesses a personality that is eager, alert and self-confident. An ideal sportman's companion, family pet, an excellent gundog, guide or service dog. Gentle with children, they enjoy the endless attention children provide. Goldens love to swim and should be allowed to do so whenever possible. Though he will adapt well to a kennel environment, he prefers human companionship and is not happy in solitude.