Irish Golden Mountain Dogs are a mix of some of the friendliest and most affectionate dog breeds. So, it’s no surprise that they tend to be loving and affectionate dogs that love nothing more than being around their families. Their playful and happy-go-lucky personalities tend to win everyone over.

As long as they are well-socialized and trained, they tend to get along with just about everyone. This is a fact about Golden Retrievers that usually carries over to Irish Golden Mountain Dogs. They do well with children and other dogs.

They can have a high prey drive, but tend to be okay with smaller pets in the household, especially if they were raised and socialized together. This is a fact about Bernese Mountain Dogs and is something to consider with Irish Golden Mountain Dogs, too. They even tend to be open and friendly with strangers.

An Irish Golden Mountain Dog is a highly adaptable dog breed. Although they can be high-energy dogs, they can adapt to apartment living as long as they get enough daily exercise and mental stimulation.

They do well in most climates, but are sensitive to heat and extreme cold. Their fluffy coats only offer some protection in the winter, but they may still need some winter dog products to stay warm while out on walks if temperatures fall too much. Because they bond so closely with their families, they do not like to be left alone for long periods of time.

Although mixed-breed dogs can sometimes be healthier than purebred dogs, it’s not a guarantee. Mixed-breed dogs can inherit some, none, or all of the conditions common to their parent breeds. Potential health concerns to be aware of in an Irish Golden Mountain Dog can include elbow dysplasia, hip dysplasia, and heart issues. Good breeding practices and the health of the parents make a big difference in the health of Irish Golden Mountain Dog puppies.

Reputable breeders will screen their dogs to avoid passing preventable issues to puppies, so make sure you are asking about the health of the parents. You can also ask about any tests that have been done. As a large dog breed, an Irish Golden Mountain Dog is at a higher risk for bloat. Because bloat in dogs can be dangerous and quickly becomes fatal if the stomach flips, it’s important to know how to reduce the risk and to know the symptoms so you can get help as soon as possible.

Irish Golden Mountain Dogs are highly trainable dogs that are intelligent, pick up on things quickly, and are eager to please. As long as commands and expectations are clear and consistent and they are rewarded positively, these dogs strive to be obedient and please their owners.

This makes these dogs a good fit for owners of all experience levels. Even if you don’t need them for training help, there are still many other benefits of puppy training classes, including opportunities for socialization, bonding time, and more.

Irish Golden Mountain Dogs have a medium-to-long, sometimes wavy, coat that will shed moderately year-round and more heavily as the seasons change. Brushing a few times a week, daily brushing during seasonal shedding, and the occasional bath are usually enough to keep this dog’s coat healthy and looking great.

In addition to coat care, you will also need to take care of your Irish Golden Mountain Dog’s nails, ears, and teeth. Cutting your dog’s nails once or twice monthly is usually enough to keep them from growing too long, splintering, or causing issues. Weekly ear checks and careful cleanings as needed can help prevent ear infections.

Because gum disease is one of the most common health issues in dogs and often leads to more serious health issues, it is important to practice good dental care for dogs early and consistently throughout your dog’s life. Daily brushing, plus cleanings at the vet when needed, is ideal to prevent painful dental diseases later in life.

An Irish Golden Mountain Dog tends to sit in a more moderate activity range, but individual dogs can sometimes be high-energy dogs instead. Daily walks plus some playtime, time to run, and other activities are usually enough to keep this dog happy and healthy.

They will probably be up for more activity if you are and tend to just be happy being active with you. This is a fact about Irish Setters that also tends to be true for Irish Golden Mountain Dogs, even if they aren’t as high-energy as Irish Setters tend to be.

A fully-grown Irish Golden Mountain Dog usually stands 21-28 inches tall and weighs 50-90 pounds.

Irish Golden Mountain Dogs generally live for 10-15 years on average.

Irish Golden Mountain Dog puppies are sometimes affectionately called B.I.G. or BIG puppies (Bernese-Irish-Golden Retriever puppies). This hybrid breed is also sometimes called a Bernese Irish Golden.