Flat-Coated Retriever Dog Breed and Characteristics

Interview with Jonathan Izant, handler of a Search and Rescue Dog known as “Lincoln,” the 2022 AKC Humane Fund ACE Award Winner.

March 4, 2023

Comprehensive look into the rich history of the Flat-Coated Retriever, including the breed’s beginnings and its original function.

January 8, 2023

In-depth explanation of what the head and silhouette of the Flat-Coated Retriever (referred to as the Flat-Coat) should ultimately look like.

October 10, 2022

Top breeders spend their free time thinking and breathing Flat-Coat Retrievers. That commitment to our breed has protected it from harm.

September 14, 2022

I have written about the Flat-Coated Retriever Dog Breed before and have referred to it as the “un-generic” retriever. I will again.

May 31, 2021

Find a Breeder or Rescue

The best way to ensure a long and happy relationship with a purebred dog is to purchase one from a responsible breeder. Not sure where to begin?

Contact the National Parent Club’s Breeder Referral Program, which is listed on the AKC Breeder Referral Contacts page.

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