24 Things Golden Retriever Owners Know To Be True

Golden Retrievers have some of the most devoted fans, and it's easy to see why. Here's what makes this breed great, brought to you by Purina® Pro Plan®, the dog food of choice for 93 of the top 100 AKC All Breed Champions.

1. First of all, what other dog can possibly pull off eyes like this?

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2. Or this smile.

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3. Such wisdom.

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4. So joy.

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5. Like, come on.

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6. Who could say no to this face?

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7. They are a dog of many talents.

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8. Like playing catch...

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9. ...surfing...

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10. ...taking care of their needs...

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11. ...driving???...

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12. ...and, perhaps most importantly, lying on top of each other.

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13. Speaking of which, they're very good at making friends.

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14. You're supposed to keep your friends close and your enemies closer, but Golden Retrievers have never met someone they didn't like.

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15. They know how to let loose after a hard day...

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16. ...keep their eye on the ball...

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17. ...and make sure to include everyone in the fun.

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18. Sometimes they make mistakes...

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19. ...but don't we all?

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20. Through every season...

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21. ...and every shoe...

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22. ...we love our Golden Retrievers...

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23. ...and they love us!

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24. Thank you, Golden Retrievers. You're the best.

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