Color: Rich black, free from rustiness and from white. There is also a
Golden Retriever so named because of the golden or yellow color of his
coat.
Height: 25 in.
Weight: 68 lbs.
The symmetry and elegance of this dog are considerable and essential,
and he has a decidedly sporting character. The head should be long with
the skull wide and flat at the top, and slight furrow down the middle.
Eyes of medium size, dark brown or hazel in color with a bright
intelligent and mild expression indicating a good temper. The neck long
and muscular, chest broad and deep with well developed and well sprung
ribs. The tail should be bushy but not feathered, carried gaily but not
curled over the back. His coat should be fairly long, bright, close and
thick, and either straight or slightly waved.
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