Yes, golden retrievers can be left alone from time to time without too much consequence. In general, they are a pretty independent breed and many of them even do really well as outside dogs. They’re not “escape artists” either – meaning that they typically don’t pull themselves out of an enclosure or won’t find a way out should one present itself above ground level. But there are a few precautions to take should you leave these dogs unattended for any length of time…