Curly Coated Retriever
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Origin: England
Colour: Black and Brown
Lifespan: 12 to 13 years
Curly-Coated Retrievers are sensitive, intelligent, curious and family-loving. He loves exercise, especially running and swimming.
Owner's Guide
Independent, but affectionate and playful, these retrievers are loyal to their families, but are not quite so keen on strangers. Their distinctive curly coats protect them from cold and rain so they will be always ready for long active walks whatever the weather.
Originally bred for retrieving waterfowl.
Special Characteristics
This retriever is playful and active, and loves to swim.
Exercise Requirements
High. Very active and needs regular, long walks.
Attitude to
Owners: affectionate, tactile
Children: good, may be too boisterous for young children
Other Pets: good
Strangers: reserved
Unfamiliar Dogs: good
Perfect Owner
Active, confident owner who wants to play games and enjoy long energetic walks.
Potential Problems
If not properly socialized, may be aggressive to strangers.
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