Flat-Coated Retriever
Weight
25-36 kg
Height
56-61 cm shoulder height
Lifespan
8-10 years (one of the shortest lifespans among retrievers)
The Flat-Coated Retriever is the most cheerful dog you will probably ever encounter — he greets every day as if it were his first. He is inexhaustibly enthusiastic, remains puppy-like his entire life and shares his joy with everyone nearby. Taking things seriously rarely works for him.
Character & traits
Practical
- Exercise per day
- 1 to 2 hours
- Max alone
- 4 hours
- Garden needed
- Yes
- Apartment
- Less suitable
- Insurance
- $60–$90/mo
- Food
- $65–$95/mo
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What Flat-Coated Retriever owners typically need
Accessories
Sturdy harness
High-energy dogs pull more. A good harness gives you control without pressure on the throat.
Grooming
Undercoat brush
Heavy shedders need regular brushing. An undercoat brush removes loose hair before it covers your couch.
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