The Peter Pan of the Sporting group, and the reason they call dogs, “Man’s Best Friend”
What makes them great:
Fun and energetic temperment
Eagerness to please is off the charts
Proper breeding standards have maintained a well-balanced health profile
Very multi-talented breed good for a wide variety of working tasks
Loving a loyalty remain one of the shining examples of why a FCR is simply the best choice
Peter Pan?
As a leader and fellow expert on the FCR, Dr. Nancy Laughton of Great Britain, refers to the Flat-Coat as the canine Peter Pan of the Working Group. This is due to their slow climb to maturity and their truly forever young approach to life. A Flat-Coated Retriever is a great companion and are often bred to be Champions.
It’s not enough to “know about dogs”. A breeder must be an expert in their breed and must be tuned into to changes in the breed and industry.
Tenure
It’s fairly simple to become a FCR breeder, but being a veteran FCR breeder is critical. Do you want a heart surgeon who just finished school or one who’s been a pro since 1970?
Facilities
Flat-Coat puppies need love, affection and a caring home life, but to properly raise a champion a FCR breeder must also have the facilities required to see their full talents come to light.
Industry and Network
A champion FCR breeder must be involved in the industry. The priority is the health of the breed and a professional breeder works with their colleagues to ensure the future of the FCR.
The Whole Dog
A professional FCR breeder considers the whole dog when preparing for their next litter. That means their next littler isn’t accident, but a well thought out advancement of the breed’s standard.
A Partner
Most quality breeders provide a contract and some form of guarantee with their dogs. This is a GREAT practice. A champion breeder stands by their craft and partners with their customers accordingly.
Heirborn Kennels is dedicated to the health and advancement of the Flat-Coated Retriever. We have dedicated our career to these wonderful animals and we are eager to share that passion with you. We believe a Flat-Coated Retreiver will change your life forever. See below for some ways that we can connect and talk FCRs!
