How tall is a Golden Retriever?

An adult Golden Retriever stands about 24 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Golden Retriever considered a large dog?

Yes — at 24" / 70 lb, the Golden Retriever falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #77 tallest.

How does a Golden Retriever compare to a person?

At 24" tall, a Golden Retriever stands about 38% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Golden Retriever Size Compared to a Person

A Golden Retriever stands 24″ at the shoulder and weighs about 70 lb — that puts it at 38% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #77 by shoulder height and falls into the large-breed size class (Large breeds, 23–27").

Golden Retriever next to a person at scale — 24-inch shoulder height, 70 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Golden Retriever at 24″ / 70 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Golden Retriever compares

	Golden Retriever	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	24″	64″	-40″
Weight	70 lb	135 lb	-65 lb

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About the Golden Retriever

The Golden Retriever is one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world, renowned for its friendly temperament, stunning golden coat, and unwavering loyalty. Originally bred in Scotland in the mid-19th century for retrieving waterfowl, Golden Retrievers have become the quintessential family dog — gentle, patient, intelligent, and endlessly devoted. Their warm, trusting eyes and ever-wagging tails have made them icons of canine companionship.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Large size class with shoulder height closest to the Golden Retriever.

Alaskan Husky — 24″ / 50 lb (same height)
American Bulldog — 24″ / 88 lb (same height)
American Foxhound — 24″ / 68 lb (same height)
Bergamasco Shepherd — 24″ / 77 lb (same height)
Boxer — 24″ / 73 lb (same height)
Cane Corso — 24″ / 105 lb (same height)
Coydog — 24″ / 45 lb (same height)
Dogo Argentino — 24″ / 70 lb (same height)

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Frequently asked

How tall is a Golden Retriever?: An adult Golden Retriever stands about 24 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Golden Retriever considered a large dog?: Yes — at 24" / 70 lb, the Golden Retriever falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #77 tallest.
How does a Golden Retriever compare to a person?: At 24" tall, a Golden Retriever stands about 38% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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