Professional football quarterback Carson Wentz is very passionate about dogs and hunting. He is a pet parent to three pooches who he has trained to be hunting dogs. The star player often posts pictures and videos of himself with Riggs and the other two canines either duck hunting or having a good time with the family. Here is everything we know about Carson Wentz’s dog Riggs’ age and breed here.
How old is Carson Wentz’s dog Riggs?
The age of Carson Wentz’s dog Riggs is 6. The pooch will be celebrating his next birthday on November 9, 2025. He introduced the pup on his Instagram on January 3, 2019.
Carson Wentz obtained Riggs from Thunder Struck Kennels, a breeder from Minnesota. He and his wife Madison Oberg decided to take in Riggs after they realized could add one more pup to their pet brood which already included Henley and Jersey.
Since then Riggs has been a part of Carson Wentz’s hunting pack. He and his pooches often go duck hunting and proudly show off their catch on Instagram and on his YouTube channel, which is mostly liked by their followers.
What breed is Carson Wentz’s dog Riggs?
The breed of Carson Wentz’s dog Riggs is a Golden Retriever. They are medium-sized dogs who are intelligent, and friendly. Moreover, it is easy to train them. They are generally healthy dogs but getting them checked for elbow and hip dysplasia; eye conditions such as pigmentary uveitis, juvenile cataracts, and progressive retinal atrophy; and certain heart diseases, including subvalvular aortic stenosis, regularly is a good idea for their good health.
Golden Retrievers need plenty of daily exercise. They also make great companions for daily runs and bike rides (but only after consultation with vets). They stand 21-24 inches tall and weigh 55-75 pounds. The lifespan of this breed is 10-12 years.
