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Sporting Group — Origin: England
Flat-Coated Retriever
A large-sized sporting-group dog known for being optimistic and confident.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 25–36 kg
- Lifespan
- 10–12 yrs
Strength
3
Stamina
-3
Trainability
2
Friendliness
2
At a mid-life age of 11 years, this breed is roughly
71.3 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
- Two meals a day to avoid bloat
- Glucosamine supplement as they age
What it does
- Leisurely neighborhood strolls
- Puzzle toys and scent games
- Lounging near the family
Habitat
Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a kind streak, this breed keeps its condition with low daily exertion.
Low exertion~-16 min/day
Field note
Hailing from England, the Flat-Coated Retriever has been recognized as part of the Sporting group for generations of purposeful breeding.