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CATALOG OF BREEDS | GUNDOGS

Flat Coated Retriever

HEIGHT 22–24in (56–61cm) Liver Shallow stop
WEIGHT 55–79lb (25–36kg)
LIFE SPAN 11–13 years

One of the earliest retriever breeds, this was once a favorite
among British gamekeepers. Today it is still worked but is
more often found as a good-natured and handsome pet.
Black
Lively and brimming with enthusiasm, the Flat Coated
Retriever is also level-headed and obedient. It has a
Well
deep bark so can make a good guard dog. feathered
tail

Dense coat

Feathering
on chest

Round,
close-knit feet

Curly Coated Retriever Smooth, short

hair on head
HEIGHT 25–27in (64–69cm) Liver
WEIGHT 60–71lb (27–32kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–13 years

Bred for hunting waterfowl, this rare British retriever is
worked and used as an assistance dog, as well as being Thick, tightly
curled coat
kept as an affectionate and level-headed companion. Tail almost
High energy levels and a need for company make this reaches hock
dog more suited to a rural life
than to an urban home.

Small, triangular,
drop ears
Black
Oval eyes
match coat
color

Round feet with
well arched toes

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