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Flat-Coated Retriever Puppies for Sale
Flat-Coated Retriever
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Description |
The Flat-Coated Retriever is a beautiful black or
liver-colored retriever sporting a sleek, medium-length, thick, fine coat with
well-feathered legs, tail and chest. His long head is molded and sleek, with a
wide muzzle and barely apparent stop. The eyes are dark brown or hazel, with an
intelligent expression. The moderately small ears lay flat against the head. The
nose should be black for black coats and brown for liver coats. The chest is
deep and wide. Its back is short and square. Its legs are muscular and the feet
are round and strong. |
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Temperament |
The Flat-Coated Retriever is superb with children
and a great family dog. It has a very stable temperament. Smart, active and
friendly, this breed loves everyone. This is a sweet, high-spirited dog that loves to
play and retrieve. A gentle and playful tail-wagger. They are cheerful, devoted
companions with a puppy-like exuberance well into their later years. It is on
the go outdoors, but quiet indoors. This very sociable breed needs lots of
gentle but firm leadership from his family. The Flat-Coated Retriever gets along
well with dogs and other pets. This breed is obedient and highly trainable, but
easily bored. Keep training sessions short and fun, without excessive
repetition. Be sure to take them for daily walks to satisfy their migration instinct, Flat Coats who are over excitable are showing signs that they are lacking in The Walk. Proper canine to human communication is essential. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm.)
Weight: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
Cancer is common in this breed. Hip dysplasia,
PRA, CHD, epilepsy and diabetes are occasionally seen. |
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Living Conditions |
The Flat-Coated Retriever is not recommended for
apartment life. It is relatively inactive indoors and will do best with at least
an average-sized yard. This breed needs to be with his family to be happy. It
does best when it is allowed to live inside and play outside. |
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Exercise |
This active dog needs a
daily walk or jog to be
on its best behavior. Be sure the dog is made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, as instict tells a dog the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. It especially enjoys the chance to hunt or swim. The
Flat-Coated Retriever makes an excellent jogging companion. |
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Life Expectancy |
Average of 10 years. |
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Grooming |
The feathered coat of the Flat-Coated Retriever
needs only weekly brushings and little, if any minor trimming. This breed is an
average shedder. |
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Origin |
The Flat-Coated Retriever was developed in the
1800's by crossing several already established breeds, including the Irish
Setter, Labrador, Water Dog, and the St. John's Newfoundland, though one source
also mentions the Collie. The breed was fairly popular until the beginning of
the World War, but was then overshadowed by the Labrador and Golden Retriever.
The Flat-Coated Retriever deserves more attention, as he is not only an
excellent bird dog and swimmer but also an outstanding family dog. These dogs
are gifted with a fine intuition and an excellent sense of smell. The
Flat-Coated Retriever is used above all for retrieving on plains and in
areas thick with trees and bushes. They are good swimmers and also work well in
marshy areas. Some of the Flat-Coated Retriever's talents are retrieving,
hunting, tracking, watchdog and agility. |
| Group |
Gun Dog, AKC Sporting |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
CCR, APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CCR = Canadian
Canine Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Tracker, Sadie and Race. Three Generations of Flat-Coated
Retrievers from Inglis Kennels.
Todd, the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy.
Todd, the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy.
Flat-Coated Retriever Pictures 1
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