Golden Irish Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Golden Irish is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Kind
Companionable
Trustworthy

Golden Irish dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Golden Irish. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Golden Irishs are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Golden Irish is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

Golden Retriever and Irish Setter

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Black

Brown
Red
Fawn

The coat of a Golden Irish dog is generally known for its length.

Straight

A Golden Irish can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Golden Irishs are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Golden Irish breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Hip Dysplasia

Usually Very Healthy

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Golden Irishs are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Golden Irish have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Golden Irish dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Golden Irishs are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Irish dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Walking, Playing, Kayaking, Hiking, Biking, Running, Dog Parks, Fetch, Walk, Daycare, Work, Swimming

Golden Irishs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Irish, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Irishs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Golden Irish is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Ideally, Golden Irish should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Golden Irish feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Golden Irish is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Irish is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Golden Irish breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Golden Irish in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Golden Irishs living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

A Golden Irishs typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Golden Irishs are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Golden Irishs are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Golden Irishs are very friendly around strangers.

Golden Irishs are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Golden Irish for a mellower experience.

The Golden Irish is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.