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Flat Coated Retriever -
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versatile family companion hunting retriever with a happy and active demeanor, intelligent expression, and clean lines.
The coat is thick and flat-lying, and the legs and tail are well-feathered.
As a pet, the Flat Coat adapts easily to city life, but requires considerable amounts of exercise and activity.
They have been traditionally described as showing "power without lumber and raciness without weediness."
He is a responsive, loving member of the family, a versatile working dog, multi-talented, sensible, and bright. Be advised, like many intelligent animals, they are easily bored with repetitive tasks and can exhibit a streak of willfulness at times when rebelling.
Socialization is highly recommended. Flat-coats also frequently kiss their human friends and canine friends as well. They are well known for the "flat-coat kiss" - where the dogs lick each others mouths as their form of greeting.
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In competition they demonstrate a high degree of stability and a desire to please with a confident, happy, and outgoing attitude characterized by a wagging tail.
The distinctive and most important features of the Flattie are the silhouette (both moving and standing), smooth effortless movement, head type, coat, and character.
A proud carriage, responsive attitude, waving tail, and overall look of functional strength, quality, style, and symmetry complete the picture of the typical The Flat Coat.
Country of origin: Developed in England
Lifespan: 7-10 years
Colors:Solid black, solid liver
Known health problems: Hip dysplasia, epilepsy, diabetes, PRA
Return from Flat Coated Retriever to Sporting Dog Group
