Also known as: "CCR", "Curly"
Breed Overview
The Curly-Coated Retriever is a Large dog breed, with a starting weight of 60 lbs that can reach 70 lbs. It is officially part of the Sporting group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Curly-Coated Retriever breed has a typical lifespan of 8 to 12 years, Short hair, and have Moderate shedding. Breeders interested in the Curly-Coated Retriever should know that the average litter size is between 6 to 10 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 8-12 years |
Height: 23-27" |
Shedding: Moderate |
Litter Size: 6-10 pups |
| Group: Sporting |
Weight: 60-70 lbs |
Hair Length: Short |
Size: Large |
Curly-Coated Retriever Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Sporting |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Large |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
England |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
yes |
Hypoallergenic |
no |
| Stranger Friendly |
somewhat |
Active Indoors |
|
| Apartment Friendly |
no |
Exercise Demands |
no |
| Pet Friendly |
yes |
Yard Needs |
large |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
no |
Curly-Coated Retriever Temperament
good-natured, devoted, and constantly aims to please. They are confident, highly intelligent, and proud. They are clever and sometimes mischievous, but they are also very trainable.
Health Problems
hip dysplasia. Epilepsy and eye problems like cataracts are also of mild concern
Curly-Coated Retriever Coat
Curly-Coated Retriever Dog Colors
Black or liver
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR