Appearance and coat of the Curly Coated Retriever.
This robustly built dog has a characteristic curly coat that changes twice a year. The undercoat is very dense and protects the dog from moisture. The coat is easy to groom and rarely needs brushing. A massage with damp fingers removes loose hairs. The dog performs the best coat care by swimming regularly in water. To maintain the pointed shape of the tail, it is trimmed. Excess hair on the ear lobes is removed with scissors.
What are the breed characteristics of Curly Coated Retrievers?
The roundish head shows only a slight nose stop after the square shaped muzzle. The ears, covered with curly fur, lie close together. The build is robust and strong, the chest deep. The muscular legs stand straight. The tail, which ends pointedly, reaches to the hocks. It is covered with curly fur and carried horizontally when running.
What is the size of the Curly Coated Retriever?
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Male: 63.5 to 69 cm
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Female: 58 to 63.4 cm
How much does a Curly Coated Retriever weigh?
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Male: 32 to 41 kg
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Bitch: 23 to 32 kg
How old does a Curly Coated Retriever live?
The life expectancy is nine to 14 years.