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Curly-Coated Retriever
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
Noir ou foie.
Maintenance
Très élevé
Training
Très élevé
The Curly-Coated Retriever, sometimes simply called curly, is a dog breed originating from the United Kingdom. The breed is probably descended from crosses between Poodles, Irish Water Spaniel and Newfoundland dog. The breed is considered rare. It is a medium-sized dog, of sturdy construction, with finely curled coat, black or brown (liver) in color. It was selected as a retriever dog notably for duck hunting.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Très élevé
Maintenance
Très élevé
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5-30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of daily activity for balance.
- 4Demanding grooming — daily brushing and regular grooming appointments.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Curly-Coated Retriever
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Curly-Coated Retriever
Origins & history
A story told
The exact origin of the Curly-Coated Retriever is unknown. It is considered the oldest retriever. It would descend from crosses between the Newfoundland dog and the Irish Water Spaniel which would have transmitted its curled coat to it. The Poodle, the Labrador Retriever, the Old English Bulldog and the Portuguese Water Dog could also have contributed to the formation of the breed. This British breed first appeared at the Brighton dog show in 1859 and the first club of the breed was founded in 1896. The breed is very rare, even in the United Kingdom.
Character
Daily temperament
The International Cynological Federation standard describes the Curly-Coated Retriever as an intelligent, balanced, trustworthy, courageous, friendly, confident and independent dog which can be reserved. Among retrievers, the Curly-Coated Retriever is considered somewhat less sociable than the Labrador, Golden Retriever and Flat-Coated Retriever. The Curly-Coated Retriever also has a reputation for not tolerating other dogs well, so good socialization is necessary.
Physical
Breed standard
The Curly-Coated Retriever is a strong dog. The body length from the point of the shoulder to that of the buttocks is slightly greater than the height at the withers. The tail extends the line of the back and reaches the hock; it is carried straight in action. The head is wedge-shaped. The large oval eyes are colored to match the coat. Rather small, the ears are attached slightly higher than the line of the eyes. Rather small in size, they are well set against the head and covered with short curls. On the body, the coat is short, well laid, dense and curled in small loops without undercoat. The coat is short and smooth on the face. Only two colors are recognized: black and brown.
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Curly-Coated Retriever of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of curly-coated retriever (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a curly-coated retriever ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a curly-coated retriever ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Curly-Coated Retriever
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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