Curly-Coateds!

Curly-Coated Retrievers are so cool so why don't you have a look at some facts about them:

#1. "The Curly-Coated Retriever is a large, hardy dog, who's body is slightly longer than it is tall."
#2. "The nose is black on black dogs and brown on liver dogs, with wide nostrils."
#3. "The teeth meet in a scissors bite."
#4. "The hanging ears are somewhat small."
#5. "The large, predominate, almond shaped eyes are black or brown in black dogs and brown or amber in liver colored dogs."
#6. "The chest is deep but not too wide."
#7. "The tail reaches approximately to the hock and is covered in curly hair, carried straight or almost straight and is never docked."
#8. "When the curls on the tail are trimmed the tail tapers to a point."
#9. "The water-resistent coat is very distinct with small, tight, curls that cover every part of the body accept for the forehead, face, front of forelegs, and feet. The coat protects the dog from brambles and icy waters/ Coat colors come in black or liver. The coat may have a small white patch, but it is not desired in the show ring."
#10. "The Curly-Coated Retriever is easy to get along with, loyal and eager to please."
#11. "Proud and confident, very intelligent and trainable."
#12. "Be sure to thoroughly obedience train them starting from puppyhood."
#13. "They have been used in competitive obedience and agility, but are not as predictable as some other breeds."
#14. "This is not a breed for everyone."
#15. "They do not fully mature until they are about three years old and can be willful with meek owners."
#16. "Make sure you are the dogs firm, but confident, consistent pack leader to bring out the best in their temperament."
#17. "The Curly-Coated is affectionate, loving, and excellent with children."
#18. "Socialize them well with people and other pets at an early age."
#19. "Without proper balance in their life they can be reserved or timid with children."
#20. "This breed loves to swim."
#21. "Curly-Coateds make an ideal partner for an active, outdoor-oriented person who also wants a loyal family companion."
#22. "They make good watch and even guard dogs if they see the family is threatened."
#23. "Height: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm.)"
#24. "Weight: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg.)"
#25. "The Curly-Coated Retriever is not recommended for apartment life. They do best with at least a large yard. An eager and tireless land and (especially) water retriever outdoors, but a calm companion indoors. Curlies need to be part of the family and not left alone outside in the yard all day."
#26. "Life Expectancy: About 8-12 years."

Info from: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/curlycoatedretriever.htm
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