Playful but also Work-Oriented. Very Active and Upbeat.
The unique look of these inexhaustible workers begins with the coat. It’s naturally curly and wooly head to toe, and when grown out will often form tight, tapered cords. In full coat, the facial hair covers the expressive brown eyes. Colors can be black, brown, beige, white, or p…
Energy
80%
Shedding
20%
Trainability
100%
Grooming
100%
Friendliness
40%
Coat Type
Curly coat
Specialty/Professional
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training
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grooming
The gold standard for double-coated breeds — nothing removes undercoat…
Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Low shedding — regular brushing prevents tangles; minimal shedding management.
Highly trainable — excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.
Recommended for experienced owners — high owner difficulty rating of 8/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
A energetic temperament makes it a reliable companion for the right household.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity — under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
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FCI Group
Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs
Section
Waterhonden
Status
recognized
