Flat Coated Retriever Breed Guide

 

Flat Coat Retriever breed description:


Medium size, intelligent expression, mid length thick coat whick comes in black or liver. Wide muzzle and small flat ears. Strong legs and feet

Temperament:
Good family dog, great with children. Smart and overly friendly at times. Loves to play and retrieve. Sociable and loves attention. Highly trainable

Exercise needs:
High, Daily walk/jog, loves to hunt and swim, not suitable for apartment life
Suitable for apartment:
no

Height:
10 - 15 inches

Weight:
60-70 Ib

Overall Size:
Medium

Life Expectancy:
10 yrs

Origin of breed:
Established from various breeds (setter, labrador, water dog and St Johns Newfoundland), bird dog