Golden Retriever Hair Not Growing. I have a friend who had a golden retriever and lab mix known as a goldador and he essentially looks like a short-haired golden retriever. The double coat of a Golden Retriever protects their skin from weather conditions parasites and sunspots that can cause cancer.

I have a friend who had a golden retriever and lab mix known as a goldador and he essentially looks like a short-haired golden retriever. The dangers of stunted or accelerated growth are rare. Long hair grows on top creating a second longer and smoother coat of hair.
There is no guarantee that the coat would grow in naturally if shaved.
A golden retriever will not grow its long hair until it has surpassed its puppy phase. This is because these dogs shed a lot of hair. If you cant handle all that hair dont bother getting a golden. You should start grooming your golden retriever when he or she is in the puppy stage.