Flat Coated Retriever

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Classificazione

CODICE FCI
121
GRUPPO
8 - RETRIEVERS FLUSHING DOGS WATER DOGS
SEZIONE
1 - RETRIEVERS
SOTTO SEZIONE
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L'origine del nome Flat Coated Retriever

The name Flat-Coated Retriever comes from the English "flat-coated," meaning "with flat/smooth hair," referring to its characteristic dense, shiny, and smooth coat. "Retriever" indicates its original function as a gun dog for retrieving game, both on land and in water.

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In Inglese: FLAT COATED RETRIEVER
In Francese: RETRIEVER A POIL PLAT
In Tedesco: FLAT COATED RETRIEVER
In Spagnolo: COBRADOR DE PELO LISO

Cenni Storici

The Flat-Coated Retriever originated in Great Britain during the 19th century, when the spread of hunting with firearms necessitated a dog specialized in retrieving game, both on land and in water. Its ancestors, then known as Wavy-Coated Retrievers, probably derived from the crossbreeding of Newfoundland dogs, Spaniels, Setters, and water dogs, with subsequent contributions from other working breeds. The breed reached its peak popularity between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, becoming one of the most appreciated Retrievers among British sportsmen.

Cenni sullo Standard di Razza

Aspetto Generale
A lively and active, medium-sized dog, with an intelligent expression, showing power without being heavy, and vigor without weakness
Andatura e Movimento
Free and flowing, with parallel and in-line movement, both viewed from the front and from the back
Comportamento e Carattere
Amply endowed with natural hunting ability, optimism and affability demonstrated by enthusiastic tail wags; confident and kind

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Origine Geografica: Great Britain

The Flat Coated Retriever originated in Great Britain, where the breed was developed in the 19th century for retrieving game. The British territory, characterized by rivers, lakes, wetlands, fields, and woodlands, provided the ideal environment for selecting a dog capable of working effectively both on land and in water. The cool, rainy oceanic climate favored the development of a resilient, tireless, and water-loving dog. The characteristics of the British landscape thus helped define an elegant, athletic, and particularly versatile breed for hunting work.

Dettagli Fisici

TAGLIA

Un Flat Coated Retriever Height:
for Males from 59 cm to 61.5 cm
for Females from 56.5 cm to 59 cm

Preferred weight in hard condition:
Males 27-36 kg
Females 25-32 kg

PROPORZIONI

The Flat-Coated Retriever's build is balanced and athletic, without excessive bulk. The body features a deep, broad chest and a short, compact loin, elements that contribute to the breed's typical powerful yet elegant silhouette.

Parliamo di Mantello

Come si presenta
The coat is dense, of good quality, and composed of fine or medium textured hair, which must lie as flat as possible against the body. A slight wave is permissible. The length and density must be sufficient to protect the dog during work, including from water, bad weather, and vegetation.
Colori Ammessi
- Black
- Liver
Dettagli Sgraditi
The coat must not be curly, woolly, short, silky or excessively soft.
Colori Non Ammessi
- Cream

Dettagli del Pelo

Fringe is particularly noticeable on the legs and tail and becomes fuller with maturity. It is also present on the ears, the front of the chest, the back of the forelegs, the thighs, and the underside of the tail.