Dakota Sport Retriever

The Dakota Sport Retriever is a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Cocker Spaniel. Golden Cocker Retrievers borrow traits from both of their parents, normally with a medium length golden coat, floppy ears and a smaller stature than the Golden Retriever. Friendly, intelligent and energetic making a great family dog that will love to be involved in all your family activities. They have been reared around children and love the interactions.

The Dakota Sport Retriever stands from 14 to 19 inches tall and can weigh anywhere between 20-60 pounds, though the average weight is 30-45 pounds.

They are considered a long haired breed but they do shed less than the average Golden Retriever. The most prominent colour is gold, but can come in all colours and patterns.

The DakotaSport Retriever loves water and to play fetch. They are playful outdoors and calm while inside. This breed is very gentle and loving. They can be trained quite easily as they are very loyal.

They are a soft-tempered breed, people-oriented and forms strong bonds with their owners.

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