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Sporting
Curly-Coated Retriever
Oldest retriever breed with tight curls, confident and intelligent....
📍 Origin: England
⏳ Lifespan: 10-12 years
Typical Weight
60.00 - 95.00 lbs
Height Range
58.00 - 69.00 cm
Expected Lifespan
10-12 years
Ancestral Origin
England
🧠 Temperament & Personality
✦ Confident
✦ Independent
✦ Eager
The Curly-Coated Retriever is widely known for its confident, independent, eager characteristics, making them an engaging companion for families and individuals alike.
📖 Breed History & Overview
Oldest retriever breed with tight curls, confident and intelligent.
🎯 Purpose & Historical Role
Historical Heritage: Retrieving waterfowl
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📊 Trait & Behavioral Metrics
Affection & Warmth
4 / 5
Child & Family Friendly
4 / 5
Sociability with Pets
4 / 5
Energy & Playfulness
4 / 5
Intelligence & Trainability
4 / 5
Grooming Maintenance
3 / 5
Shedding Tendency
3 / 5
Adaptability to Living
4 / 5
Vocalisation / Barking
2 / 5
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