Curly-Coated Retriever

Curly-Coated Retriever Personality
Paw Print Bullet Curly-Coated Retrievers originated in England in the 19th century where they were popular as a retriever for both land water
Devoted, active, strong, fun-loving and extremely athletic
A perfect day for a Curly involves swimming in the water to retrieve a tennis ball
Thought to be a mix of Newfoundlands, English Water Spaniel, Poodle and possibly Setter
Paw Print Bullet The first of the Retriever breeds to be recognized which happened in 1860
Referred to as a Curly

Curly-Coated Retriever Size
Paw Print Bullet 65-85 pounds
25-27 inches at the withers (shoulder)

Curly-Coated Retriever Family and Home
Paw Print Bullet Curlies are extremely devoted to their owner – they often form a one-on-one bond with the strongest person in the house
Ideal for an active family; there is no such thing as a Curly couch potato
Curlies thrive in the country or suburbs, they are a terrible match for city living as they flourish in the outdoors
Paw Print Bullet Must be socialized early on with children if they are to coexist
Gets on great with other animals especially if it is another Curly to romp with
Curlies are slow to mature with a puppy-hood that often lasts till four years old

Curly-Coated Retriever Bark
Paw Print Bullet Curlies have a deep bark that can be intimidating but while they are protective they are not an aggressive breed

Curly-Coated Retriever Training
Paw Print Bullet Curlies can be dubious of strangers — proper training and introduction can solve this
A very intelligent breed that bores easily; use innovative, reward-based training to keep their wandering mind

Curly-Coated Retriever Exercise
Paw Print Bullet An active breed that needs plenty of daily play and exercise
Multiple walks, runs and retrieving tennis balls will do them well…especially if water can be incorporated
While this is a highly active breed if they are properly exercised they make a delightful addition to the family…if they aren’t well stimulated they can be amazingly destructive

Curly-Coated Retriever Coat
Paw Print Bullet Coats are a deep liver or black color and should be brushed two to three times per week
Water-resistant coats that provide protection from cold temperatures as well as branches or pricker bushes

Curly-Coated Retriever Care
Paw Print Bullet Curlies are an enjoyable breed but need an active owner who will make the time to exercise them, play with them in the water and a good ol’ game of fetch

Curly-Coated Retriever Health
Paw Print Bullet Curlies can be genetically prone to bloat, eye and cardiac problems, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s disease and hair loss

Curly-Coated Retriever Lifespan
Paw Print Bullet 10-15 years

The Curly-Coated Retriever Club of America runs a Rescue and Referral program dedicated to finding loving homed for Curlies. Check their website to find a Curly to rescue.

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