Flat-Coated Retriever

Origin: United Kingdom (England)

Dog Breed Group: Gun Dog

Life Span: 10-13 years

Weight: Male: 28-31, Female: 27-30

Height: Male: 23-25, Female: 22-24

Origin of Name: The Flat-Coated Retriever is an active, multitalented bird dog with a strong desire to please people.

Size

Temperament

Shedding

Drooling

Monthly keeping cost

Large

Zero

High

Negligible

Hair Everywhere

Zero

Excess

Premium*	Standard*

About Flat-Coated Retriever

Life Span*10-13 years
Getting a puppy homeExpensive
Popularity

Star Super star
Availability

Rare Easy to get

Introduction

The flat-coated coat with the eponym of the flat-coated retriever comes in shiny black or liver, with feathers on the legs and tail. The hallmark of a specific breed is hallmark, unique among retrievers — which projects a smart and polite expression. A flat-coat will be as tall as a Labrador retriever, but in silhouette they present a leaner, more elegant look.

Dogdome's champion tail-wagger, flat-coat is the happiest of all breeds. They mature slowly; Some owners say they never grow up, retaining a puppy taste for raunchy mischief in old age. Depending on your tolerance for such activities, it can be delightful or exaggerated. This highly energetic breed requires a lot of outdoor exercise.

History

Flat-coats are one of six AKC retriever breeds: tireless, trainable lake hunters who reclaim the downwatersowl. The complainants mark where a duck falls and upon command, float a straight path to the game, hold it gently in their mouths, run back a straight path to the hunter, and distribute the prize in hand. In the park or backyard, a retriever's hunting signs express the seemingly endless game of fetuses, a fascination for water, and an eagerness to work together with a venerable human.

Flat-coats were first banned in the mid-1800s, a relatively recent development in the AKC universe, where many breeds go back to antiquity. Before overtaking Labs-Goldens, flat-coats were at one time Britain's most popular retriever, and were once called the ""gamekeeper's dog"" because of their wide use on the spread wealth of English Gentry.

Component breeds in the genetic bacround of the flat-coat are St. John's Dog (an early version of the lab) and a variety of sets. From the beginning, the coat was a striking aspect of the breed. Alternate breed names include Wavy-Coated Retriever, Black Wavy Retriever, and Smooth-Quoted Retriever, all referring to the unique beauty of the breed. In addition to its good look, the coat is highly functional: it protects these luxurious retrievers from harsh weather, icy water and punishing ground cover.

General Appearance

The distinctive and most important features of a flat-coat are the silhouette (both moving and standing), smooth smooth movement, head type, coat, and character. The silhouette consists of a long, strong, clean, "one-piece" head in a flat-coat, unique to the breed. Free of stop or exaggeration of the cheeks, the head is well set in a medium long neck, which flows smoothly across well-placed shoulders. A level topline produces the impression of a banged triangle combined with a deep, long rib cage for a medium tuck-up. The brisket is well developed and the façade forms a major prop. This utilitarian retriever is well-balanced, strong, but elegant; Never lobby, short leg or colorful. The coat is thick and flat, and the legs and tail are well feathered. A proud carriage, sensitive attitude, wavy tail and overall look of functional strength, quality, style and symmetry complete the picture of the typical flat-coat.

Pros - Cons

Pros

This breed is healthy, intelligent and easy to train

Cons

This breed is prone to allergies is not apartment and office friendly

Breeding

The gestation period in lasts for 60-64 days The primary period of the reproductive cycle of the female is called Proestrus and goes on for around 9 days. During this time the females begin to draw in males. The subsequent part is the Estrus when the bitch is receptive to the male. It goes on for around 3 to 11 days. The third part is the Diestrus. Usually, it happens around day 14. In this period the bitch's discharge changes for distinctive red and reaching its end. The vulva gets back to average, and she will no longer allow mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time span between heat periods ordinarily keeps going around a half year. The litter size ranges between 6 to 8 puppies at a time.

Flat-Coated Retriever Grooming

The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is required, but a dog's shearing by a professional groomer is not necessary. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infection. The Flat-Coated Retriever is a great option if you don't have the time, skills, or money to care for a high-maintenance dog. Recommended for beginners.

Flat-Coated Retriever Training

This breed is quite intelligent, but also independent and often stubborn, so they can be a challenge to train. They like to give and receive affection and do their best with positive, reward-based training. They are sensitive and will not react well to harsh orders or punishments. Patience and consistency are important. They have an excellent sense of smell as well as a strong hunting drive. Because they were bred to concentrate and to follow a trail without distraction, they may not always pay attention to you if they are busy with something more interesting.

Flat-Coated Retriever Nutrition

The flat-coat is an active sports breed and requires adequate exercise every day for its physical and mental well-being. This can come in the form of long daily walks and playing sessions with your boss. The breed also practices mind and body by participating in obedience, tracking, agility, rally, and other activities that can be enjoyed by dogs and owners.

Flat-Coated Retriever Exercise

Flat-coats should be given a high quality dog food suitable for the dog's age (puppy, adult or senior) and activity level. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any questions or concerns about your dog's weight or diet, check with your vet or dog breeder. Clean, fresh water should always be available.

Flat-Coated Retriever Health

Many health and genetic screening considerations are specific to the breed. Responsible flat-coat breeders have tested their stock for conditions that can breed and communicate regularly with other dedicated breeders for the breed, working together to preserve breed health and the unique qualities of the breed Have been. A flat-coat ear should be regularly checked for signs of infection, and teeth should be brushed frequently, using toothpaste designed for dogs. Regular visits to the vet for checkups and parasite control help the dog ensure a longer, healthier life.

Recommended health tests from the National Breed Club:

Hip evaluation
Patella rating
Ophthalmologist evaluation