Curly-Coated Retriever
10 - 12 yearsLife Expectancy
Large, elegant retriever and one of the oldest retriever breeds, distinguished by its distinctive tight, water-resistant curly coat and confident, athletic temperament
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level4/5
- Trainability4/5
- Playfulness4/5
- Protectiveness4/5
- Barking3/5
- Drooling1/5
- Good with Children5/5
- Good with Other Dogs3/5
- Good with Strangers3/5
- Shedding2/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming1/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 25 - 27 inches |
|---|---|
| Height (Female) | 25 - 27 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 60 - 95 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 60 - 95 lbs |
Breed History
One of the oldest retriever breeds, developed in England during the 18th-19th century from English Water Spaniel, St. John's Newfoundland, and Poodle ancestry, prized by gamekeepers for waterfowl hunting versatility