Flat-Coated Retriever
Sporting Group
Height at Shoulders
Females 22-23.5 in, Males 23-24.5 in
Weight
60-70 lbs
Life Expectancy
8-10 yrs
History
The Flat-Coated Retriever originated in England during the mid-1800's. They were bred to retriever waterfowl from lakes that hunters had downed. While they used to be Britain's most popular retriever, Labrador and Golden Retrievers surpassed them in popularity. It is believed that the Flat-Coated Retriever's ancestry includes the St. John's Dog and some setter breeds.
Breed Characteristics
While not all Flat-Coated Retrievers share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Sensitivity
Noise Level
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Shedding
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Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
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Common Traits
Good-natured, eager to please, and friendly to everyone
Favorite passtime is swimming and playing in bodies of water
Easy going and extremely adaptable to changing circumstances
Slow to mature and keep their playful, puppy-like personality into old age- they're sometimes called the "Peter Pan" of dogs
Tend to be sensitive and don't respond well to harsh training or scolding
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