Curly Coated Retriever vs Flat Coated Retriever
Curly Coated Retriever
The Curly Coated Retriever is an intelligent and confident dog with a strong work ethic.
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Flat Coated Retriever
The Flat Coated Retriever is a lively and cheerful companion known for its friendly nature and lasting playfulness.
View profile→| Attribute | Curly Coated Retriever | Flat Coated Retriever |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Large | Large |
| Height | 58 - 69 cm | 56 - 62 cm |
| Weight | 35 kg | 29 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 11 years | 9 years |
| FCI Group | Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs | Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs |
| Grooming | Low | Low |
| Shedding | Low | Medium |
| Energy Level | High | Very high |
| Trainability | Medium | High |
| Child Friendly | Medium | High |
| Character | The Curly Coated Retriever is an intelligent and confident dog with a strong work ethic. | The Flat Coated Retriever is a lively and cheerful companion known for its friendly nature and lasting playfulness. |
Comparison
Curly Coated Retriever
Flat Coated Retriever
Summary
The Curly Coated Retriever is a large dog (35 kg) with a life expectancy of 11 years. The Flat Coated Retriever is large (29 kg) and lives 9 years. For grooming, the Curly Coated Retriever rates low, the Flat Coated Retriever low. The Curly Coated Retriever scores medium for child-friendliness, the Flat Coated Retriever high. For beginners, the Flat Coated Retriever is the better choice. The Curly Coated Retriever is lower-maintenance overall.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
Flat Coated Retriever has high trainability with very high energy
Flat Coated RetrieverFor Families
Flat Coated Retriever has high child-friendliness
Flat Coated RetrieverFor Active People
Flat Coated Retriever has very high energy level
Flat Coated RetrieverLow Maintenance
Curly Coated Retriever: grooming low, shedding low
Curly Coated RetrieverFor Apartments
Curly Coated Retriever is large with high energy
Curly Coated RetrieverFrequently Asked Questions
The Curly Coated Retriever is a large dog (35 kg) with high energy. The Flat Coated Retriever is large (29 kg) with very high energy. The Curly Coated Retriever lives 11 years, the Flat Coated Retriever 9 years.