CURLY COATED RETRIEVER

Apartment Living

Good for 1st Time Owners

Tolerance Levels

Affection for Family

Kid Friendliness

Stranger Friendliness

Ease of Grooming

General Health

Trainability

Prey Drive

Exercise Needs

Energy Level

History

Curly Coated Retriever, a purebred and was initially bred in England. It is said to be one of the oldest of the retriever dog breeds. They are used since the late 1700s and first appeared in the show ring in England in 1860. It came to the US in 1907 and went into the background during First World War and disappeared after World War 2.

Interesting Facts

In the year 1924, the dog was officially recognized by the AKC.
‘The Curly-Coated Retriever Club of America’ was found in 1979.
It is the tallest of all the retriever breeds in the world.
It ranks 41^st in Stanley Coren’s ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ list.

Temperament and Personality

These puppies are great family dog and can do anything to protect its family. It has strong determination, confidence and is natural drivers of retriever. It is also an excellent watchdog that will bark and let the owners know if they see an intruder. They are independent and intelligent breed and are eager to please the family. However, the breed goes well with kids, especially with elder ones and even compatible with other pets and dogs as well. It's loyal, responsive and fun nature makes it attention seeker, but are shy in front of strangers.

Care

Exercise

Since they are active dogs, they require a vigorous amount of activity for about half an hour to release out their energy. They love to play outdoors and run primarily while being with loved ones. Involve the dog in sports like swimming, fly ball and agility.

Grooming

The dog sheds moderately due to which it requires brushing three to four times a week. It needs trimming now and then with occasional bathing. Clip its nails and keep a check of its ears for any infection.

Health Problems

The breed is prone to allergies and hair loss and might inherit epilepsy, cancer, cardiac problems, exercise-induced collapse, hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, glycogen storage disease, and cataracts.

Training

It is easy to train if the approach is firm and consistent with positive techniques. The best method to teach them is the reward basis and do not make its teaching sessions long and repetitive. Socialize with them during their puppyhood because they require more time than other retrievers.