Golden retrievers are popular pooches, thanks in large part to their playful, people-pleasing, adaptable natures and their easiness to train.
These beautiful canine companions have an average life span for a large breed of 10 to 13 years, but they have genetic predispositions to certain diseases.
Eye Problems
A sizable chunk of the hereditary conditions goldens are predisposed to affect their eyes.
If your home has a four-legged friend of this breed, regular veterinary eye exams are important.