Curly-Coated Retriever

Other names : Curly, CCR

Curly-Coated Retriever

The Curly-Coated Retriever was bred in England. It was used for retrieving game and waterbirds and is the tallest of the retriever breeds. The name comes from its distinctive curly coat. The tight curls repel water and burrs (dry seeds that have hooks or teeth) which are often found near lakes and ponds frequented by waterbirds. Like any retriever breed, the curly coated is a lively, friendly, soft-natured animal. They make excellent family pets.  

Key facts about the Curly-Coated Retriever

Life expectancy :

5

17

10

12

Temperament :

Intelligent High prey drive

Size :

Curly-Coated Retriever: Origins and history

The Curly Coated is thought to be one of the oldest retriever breeds. Because of its curly coat, some experts believe it was cross-bred from the Poodle. There’s no definitive proof, but, given that the Poodle is also a water dog, such speculation is well within the bounds of possibility. Like many working dogs, its numbers dropped during the beginning of the 20th century as more rural settlements were swallowed up by waves of industrialisation. However, breeding groups were set up in the 1930s and the Curly Coated became a popular household pet in a range of countries including Sweden, Australia, and the USA. Despite being a British breed, the Curly Coated is a rare choice for UK dog owners. 

FCI classification of the Curly-Coated Retriever

FCI Group

Group 8 - Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs

Section

Section 1 : Retrievers

Physical characteristics of the Curly-Coated Retriever

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Adult size

Female : Between 24 and 25 in

Male : Between 26 and 27 in

Weight

Female : Between 53 and 66 lb

Male : Between 62 and 75 lb

Coat colour

Type of coat

Eye colour

Brown

Description

The Curly-coated Retriever is slightly taller and leaner than other retriever breeds. The most obvious feature is their curly coat. They have a robust, long, athletic body, and a well-balanced gait. They have well proportioned, flat and strong jaws, a medium length muzzle and short, flat ears. The tail is quite short, and covered with adorable little curls.

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Curly-Coated Retriever: Purchase price

Between £550 for Non KC Registered dogs, and £775 for KC Registered dogs. Looking after a dog of this size typically costs between £80 to £110 a month, including food, medical/insurance, and incidental expenses.

Curly-Coated Retriever: Shedding

Moderate shedder

Nutrition of the Curly-Coated Retriever

The Curly Coated Retriever can be greedy, so should be rationed to morning and evening meals to avoid a poorly tummy.

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