9. Golden Retriever
Average Cost: $2,000.*
Scotland is the origin country.
The Golden Retriever, a huge dog that was created as a gun dog—that is, to retrieve waterfowl or game birds—after its owner would hunt them—is among the nicest dogs on this list. The ability of the retriever to recover shot-down ducks without compromising the kill is where the term derives from.

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The Golden was also favored in hunting teams because of its exceptionally soft mouth, which allows it to carry an egg without breaking. The Golden is incredibly trustworthy and amiable. Its coat, which is either cream or golden in color, makes it easy to identify. Around the globe, it is the fifth most popular breed of dog.
TV and film lovers adore Golden Retrievers. To the pleasure of fans, Goldens appeared on shows including NBC’s Year in the Life and CBS’s Sam. Because they are so affectionate and simple to teach, golden retrievers are pretty much the most popular dog in the world. They blend in with any TV or movie set, regardless of the subject.
