Flat Coated Retriever
About the Flat Coated Retriever
Flat Coated Retrievers share a range of characteristics with other retrievers, including sociability with humans and other dogs, natural retrieving skills and a love of water.
These affectionate, energetic dogs maintain their puppy-like excitement well into adulthood and are best suited to active, outdoor orientated families.
Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)Breed specifics
Country: United Kingdom
Size category: Large
Avg life expectancy: 10-13 years
Lively / Intelligent / Friendly / Enthusiastic / Confident / Loving
Key facts
- Needs a lot of exercise
- Requires outdoor space
- Patient with children and other animals
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