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Thesis statement: The Golden Retriever is one of the most versatile dogs in the world.

I. Introduction.

II. History of the Golden Retriever

A. "Tale of the Breed"

1. Russian circus dogs

2. Bloodhound

B. Accepted Origin

1. Wavy-coated Retriever

2. Tweed Water Spaniel

3. Newfoundland

III. Popularity of the Golden Retriever

A. Hunting

1. Duties

2. Natural Characteristics

B. Shows

1. Bench Competition

2. Field Competition

3. Obedience Competition

C. Work

1. Guide dog for the blind

2. Other fields

D. Family

1. Pet

2. Breeding

3. Watch dog

IV. Conclusion



A noble head . . . a gentle twinkle of the eye . . . a smiling face . . .a vibrant burst

of energy, running free as the wind ... a wagging tail, happily beating from side to side . . .

a thundering splash into icy waters in quest of game on a cold November day . . . a shiny

coat, glistening like a nugget of gold . . . a proud stance winning him the best of the show .

. . a guiding nudge to the blind . . . an enthusiastic search for snowballs tossed by the

family . . . and, most of all, a contented ball of loyal, unquestioning devotion curled up at

your feet at the end of a busy day: this is the essence of the Golden Retriever. They are

beautiful, intelligent, and very talented. The Golden Retriever is one of the most versatile

dogs in the world (Syder 30).

The heritage of the Golden Retriever has been in dispute for decades. The

less-believed tale with...