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| Breed: Curly-Coated Retriever |
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| Height: The Curly-Coated Retriever is about 23-27 inches tall. |
| Weight: The Curly-Coated Retriever weighs between 70-80 lbs. |
| Colors: The Curly-Coated Retriever can be black or liver. |
| General Appearance: The Curly-Coated Retriever is prized for it's innate field ability, courage and indomitable perseverance, a correctly built and tempered Curly will work as long as there is work to be done, retrieving both fur and feather in the heaviest of cover and the iciest of waters. To work all day a Curly must be balanced and sound, strong and robust, and quick and agile. Outline, carriage and attitude all combine for a grace and elegance somewhat uncommon among the other retriever breeds, providing the unique, upstanding quality desired in the breed. In outline, the Curly is moderately angulated front and rear and, when comparing height to length, gives the impression of being higher on leg than the other retriever breeds. In carriage, the Curly is an erect, alert, self-confident dog. In motion, all parts blend into a smooth, powerful, harmonious symmetry. The coat, a hallmark of the breed, is of great importance for all curlies, whether companion, hunting or show dogs. The perfect coat is a dense mass of small, tight, distinct, crisp curls. |
| Temperment: The Curly-Coated Retriever is self-confident, steadfast and proud This active, intelligent dog is a charming and gentle family companion and a determined, durable hunter. The Curly is alert, biddable and responsive to family and friends, whether at home or in the field. Of independent nature and discerning intelligence, a Curly sometimes appears aloof or self-willed, and, as such, is often less demonstrative, particularly toward strangers, than the other retriever breeds. The Curly's independence and poise should not be confused with shyness or a lack of willingness to please. In the show ring, a correctly-tempered Curly will steadily stand his ground, submit easily to examination, and might or might not wag his tail when doing so. In the field, the Curly is eager, persistent and inherently courageous. At home, he is calm and affectionate. |
| Care: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an easy to care for coat. It's curls stay in place with little to no attention. It needs periodic brushing. |
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| Training: The Curly-Coated Retriever learns rapidly and performs willingly almost any task. He is wickedly smart and highly trainable and, as such, is cherished as much for his role as loyal companion at home as he is in the field. |
| Activity: The Curly-Coated Retriever needs exercise such as long daily walks, outdoor activity such as fetching sticks and swimming. |
| Life Span: The Curly-Coated Retriever lives an average life of 8-10 years. |
| Litter Size: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average litter of 8 puppies. |
| Country of Origin: The Curly-Coated Retriever originated in England. |
| Brief History: Believed to be a cross between the Newfoundland, the English Water Spaniel, the Irish Water Spaniel, and the Poodle. They were very popular during the nineteenth century but has lost a lot of support today. Curly-Coated Retrievers are most often now found in Australian and New Zealand. The breed was first exhibited at England's Birmingham dog show in 1860. |
| Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI, KC (GB), UKC |
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