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    Curly Coated Retrievers

    The Curly Coated Retriever has a unique coat that consists of a mass of small crisp tight curls which allows these dogs to shake off water in a matter of seconds when wet leaving them virtually dry. The breed is thought to be one of the oldest ??etrievers?
    Lifespan
    12-13 years
    Breed group
    Gun dog
    Weight
    Male: 28-40kg
    Female: 28-40kg
    Height
    Male: 63-63cm
    Female: 63-63cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Curly, Curly coat, CCR
    Breed Size
    Large
    Breed Type
    Gundog
    Health tests available
    BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    High
    Easy to train
    Very easy
    Shedding
    Light
    Grooming
    needs
    Low
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Medium
    Intelligence
    High
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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