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Flat-Coated Retriever
The Peter Pan of retrievers is known for its sense of humor.
Height: 22 to 24.5 inches at shoulder
Weight: 55 to 70 pounds
Coat: medium-length and shiny
Life span: 10 to 12 years
Breed Group: Sporting Dogs
The Flat-Coated Retriever was originally developed as a dual-purpose retriever of game on land and from water, and he's still popular for that purpose today. He also competes in obedience, rally, and agility, is a super therapy dog, and is an ideal companion for people who enjoy are looking for an active breed.
Flat-Coated Retriever profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Amount of shedding
  
  
  
  
  
Apartment appropriate
  
  
  
  
  
Cold tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Drooling potential
  
  
  
  
  
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Friendly toward strangers
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Playfulness
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Affectionate with family
  
  
  
  
  
Energy level