Nearly half of all domestic abuse victims delay leaving because they don’t want
to leave their pet behind, yet as few as 10% of domestic violence shelters accept pets.
The Purple Leash Project is working to change that.
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Flat-Coated Retriever
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SizeLarge
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HeightMales – 23 to 24.5 inches, Females – 22 to 23 inches
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Weight60 to 70 pounds
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CoatMedium
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ColorSolid black or solid liver
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EnergyHigh
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ActivitiesHunting, Field Trials, Tracking, Agility, Obedience, Conformation
An excellent bird dog and swimmer, the Flat-Coated Retriever has a friendly personality and ever-wagging tail, making him an outstanding family pet. This intelligent, gentle breed is easily trained. The Flat-Coated Retriever has a puppy-like exuberance throughout his life. An active breed, he needs vigorous daily exercise and minimal grooming for his feathered coat.
Did you know
The Flat-Coated Retriever’s ancestors include the Newfoundland, English Setter, as well as sheepdogs and spaniel-like water dogs.A fairly popular breed prior to World War I, the Flat-Coated Retriever was overtaken in popularity by the Labrador and Golden Retrievers.
