Friends who often browse the Golden Retriever website will often find the term "match-level Golden Retriever". So what is a competition-grade golden retriever? What is the difference between a competition-grade golden retriever and a pet-grade golden retriever? At the same time, how much does a competition-grade golden retriever cost? Don’t worry, we will introduce them one by one below.

1. What is a competition-grade golden retriever, and what is the difference between it and a pet-grade golden retriever?

First of all, strictly speaking, only dogs with official pedigree certificates are qualified to be called purebred dogs, and then they are divided into competition level and pet level based on purebreds. At the same time, there are two levels of competition: those who are good enough to participate in the competition, and those who can win the championship. In foreign countries, the concept of competition level is championship dog, but in China, all golden retrievers that can participate in competitions are called competition level golden retrievers.

At the same time, truly good competition-level golden retrievers are hard to come by, because even if both parents have championship titles, there is only a 25% chance of a golden retriever puppy being born.

2. Definition of American Golden Retriever

Appearance standards for competition-level Golden Retrievers: well-proportioned, strong, lively, with a loud and melodious cry, legs that are neither too long nor clumsy, friendly behavior, alert, eager, and confident. As a hunting dog, the first thing is that it can adapt to harsh environments. Overall appearance, balance, and gait are all important aspects to consider. Any deviation from the above ideal conditions will be downgraded or deemed inappropriate for the size of the breed characteristics.

Competition-level Golden Retriever body standards: male Golden Retriever, 23-24 inches in shoulder height; female Golden Retriever, height 21.5-22.5 inches, one inch higher or lower than the standard is inappropriate. Any deviation of more than one inch is disqualified. The length from the sternum to the buttocks is slightly longer than the height, with a ratio of 12:11. The male weighs approximately 65-75 pounds, while the female weighs 55-65 pounds.

The skull of a competition-level Golden Retriever should be broad, slightly arched when viewed from the side, with no protrusions on the forehead and occipital bone, and the overall lines should be natural and smooth. The face is deep and broad, approximately as long as the width of the skull. The muzzle is straight and strong, flowing smoothly with the head. The length when viewed from the side is slightly deeper and wider than the width when viewed from above. Not heavy when running.

3. Price of competition-level golden retrievers

Generally speaking, the purchase price of ordinary golden retrievers is about 1,000 yuan to 2,000 yuan, while the price of competition-level golden retrievers should be 10,000 yuan or more. At the same time, it should be noted that there should be a pedigree certificate.

IV. Things to note when purchasing a competition-grade golden retriever

Although "contest-level golden retriever" sounds nice, I suggest that friends don't care too much about the title "contest-level golden retriever", becauseBecause in China, any dog ​​that meets the specifications for competition can be called a competition-level dog.

In order to promote their dogs, many dog ​​dealers often claim that they are golden retriever racing dogs or pedigree dogs! At the same time, it is not difficult and easy to apply for a golden retriever pedigree certificate, so even if the dog owner presents the pedigree certificate , but also be careful about the seal to avoid being cheated!