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Description
HistoryAfter its introduction into the U.S., the Flat-coat began to quickly gain in popularity as a gundog , and from 1873 when the breed became a "stable type" according to the American Kennel Club until 1915 when it was officially recognized as a breed, the number of Flat-coats grew rapidly. However, soon thereafter, the popularity of the Flat-coat began to fall, eclipsed by the Golden Retriever, which was actually bred in part from the Flat-coat, and other breeds. By the end of World War Two, there were so few Flat-coats that the breed's survival was uncertain. However, beginning in the 1960s, careful breeding brought the population back and the breed gained in popularity again. Today, the Flat-coat enjoys a modest popularity and is moving ahead as a breed through attentive breeding for the conformation, health, multipurpose talent and exceptional temperament that are its hallmarks.
Temperment
The Flat-coat’s personality is described as outgoing, devoted, and friendly, an ideal companion with a strong bond to its owner and family. It is said to be a very versatile hunting dog, retrieving well on land or in the water, flushing upland game, marking downed birds, and generally doing all that can be expected of a multipurpose gundog. Although little-known and much less popular than the Labrador and Golden Retrievers, it has benefitted from that lack of popularity by enjoying more careful breeding and better maintenance of its fine working ability.
Health
The Flat-coat is prone to certain hereditary diseases such as hip dysplasia, luxating patellas and glaucoma. Regular tests and clearances for these conditions should be available from breeders on any dogs used for breeding. Sometimes seen in the breed as well are epilepsy and diabetes. Flat-coats also have a significantly higher risk of long bone cancer (osteosarcoma) and some other types of cancer than most dogs. However, the Flat-coat is generally much healthier or at least as healthy as any breed of purebred dog.
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General Information
| Living Space | Home with Yard Access |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
| Average Life | 9-11 years |
| Trainability |  |
| Energy Level |  |
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Appearance
| Size | Large |
| Average Height | 22-24 inches |
| Average Weight | 55-80 pounds |
| Coat Color | Black, Liver |
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Background
| Dog Group | Sporting |
| Origin | England |
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