Flat-Coated Retriever Breed Information
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Flat-Coated Retriever Quick Stats:
Description:
This beautiful retriever has a sleek coat with a wide muzzle and intelligent eyes. The Flat Coated Retriever has muscular legs and compact round feet.
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Country of Origin:
The Flat-Coated Retriever originated in Canada
Height:
Flat-Coated Retrievers are 22-23 inches (56-58 cm.)
Weight:
Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg.)
Colors:
Flat-Coated Retrievers can be black or liver.
Coat:
As its name describes, the Flat-Coated Retriever's coat is close to its body and feathers out at its legs and tail. The Flat Coated Retriever requires weekly brushing and is an average shedder.
Temperament:
This good-natured intelligent breed loves making friends. With its stable temperament, the Flat Coated Retriever makes an excellent family dog and loves being around children. They have a puppy-like demeanor throughout their lives. The Flat Coated Retriever is quiet indoors and very active outdoors.
Health Concerns:
Flat-Coated Retrievers can be prone to Cancer, Hip dysplasia, PRA, CHD, epilepsy and diabetes.
Life Expectancy:
Flat-Coated Retrievers live a average of ten years.
Living Environment:
The Flat Coated Retriever generally does well anywhere but thrives in the countryside. Flat coated retrievers are excellent swimmers. This breed is not well suited for apartment life and is generally inactive indoors. It requires at least an average sized yard. Flat coated retrievers are happiest with their families. They do best when allowed to live inside and play outside.
AKC Group:
The Flat Coated Retriever is part of the Sporting Group.
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