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About the Flat-coated Retriever |
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History
This dog is thought to have originated from the Newfoundland. It was originally known as the Wavy-coated Retriever. The Flat-coated Retriever was cross-bred with a number of other sporting dogs including the Labrador, Setter, Spaniel and Sheepdog. Because of its superb stamina and scenting qualities it makes an excellent retriever.
The dog was further developed to produce the now known flat-coated variety and became very popular with gamekeepers and sportsmen until its decline in the 1920s' when it became totally eclipsed by the Labrador and Golden Retriever.
Today the Flat-coated Retriever is still used as a gundog and is greatly respected and considered as one of the best in the world.
The Flat-coated Retriever as a pet
The Flat-coated Retriever is a highly intelligent dog; it enjoys human companionship and has a very warm and affectionate nature. It makes a good family dog and is easy to train and handle. |
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Height:
56-61cms
Weight:
25-35kg
Lifespan:
12-14 yrs |
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Colour:
black or liver |
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Coat:
Flat-lying, short and dense |
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Lawrence Slicker
Large Tender Care
The classic soft slicker brush. Light aluminium construction with cushioned pad for gentle grooming.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £4.50
Dollar price: $6.52 |
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Lawrence Shedder
Standard Size
Serrated stainless steel blade removes dead and loose hair.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £5.50
Dollar price: $7.97 |
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Braun-Wettberg Brush
Pure Bristle Standard
Using only pure bristle with a pneumatic rubber pad. All wood from managed forests. Made in Germany |
Sterling price: £6.25
Dollar price: $9.06 |
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Spratts Comb
No.72
22mm medium tooth comb. Made from solid brass with heavy duty chrome plating. Made in Sheffield, England |
Sterling price: £6.50
Dollar price: $9.42 |
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Mars Stripper
Coarse Tooth
The Mars 329 coarse tooth stripper, woth Bubinga wooden handle and stainless steel blade. Made in Germany |
Sterling price: £10.00
Dollar price: $14.50 |
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Grooming your Flat-coated Retriever
Grooming requirements: Regular brushing is required with a soft brush and a wide tooth comb. Some stripping is also required where the coat becomes too thick and heavy, using a stripping knife.
Tools required:
Slicker, bristle brush, comb and scissors, shedder for removing loose hair.
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