Undercoat: warm honey / apricot gold
Tipping / pattern: soft grey-blue
The contrast is gentler than NY11 (which has black tipping)
Coat looks:
Misty golden
Slightly cooler tone than normal goldens
Very plush and thick (typical BSH coat)
Large, round eyes
Eye color: green → preferred in golden series
Nose leather: brick red to pink, may have blue outline
Paw pads: bluish grey or dark cream-blue
Thick, solid, round “teddy bear” build
Broad chest, fat cheeks, heavy bone
Short dense coat like plush velvet
Calm, gentle, affectionate
Not clingy but very loyal
Quiet and easygoing
Good with children and other pets
Low–moderate energy (not hyperactive)
Very independent but bonds strongly with their owner