| Once known as the Wavy-coated Retriever, the
breed is thought to have evolved from the Labrador
Retriever and spaniels. It is likely that collie blood was
introduced to produce the flat coat. The Flat-coat is
superlative at picking up game, and it is an excellent
wildfowler and water dog. It is loyal and affectionate,
and although it can be kept as a pet, most Flat-coats
are maintained for the job for which the breed was
originally bred and they are happiest when doing this.
An intelligent dog with a kindly temperament, it is
a hardy breed and many owners choose to keep their
Flat-coats in outside kennels, although this is a matter
of preference. Like most gundogs. Flat-coats need
plenty of exercise and a daily brushing.
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