Flat-Coated Retriever Size Compared to a Person
A Flat-Coated Retriever stands 24″ at the shoulder and weighs about 65 lb — that puts it at 38% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #75 by shoulder height and falls into the large-breed size class (Large breeds, 23–27").
How a Flat-Coated Retriever compares
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Person | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder height | 24″ | 64″ | -40″ |
| Weight | 65 lb | 135 lb | -70 lb |
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About the Flat-Coated Retriever
The Flat-Coated Retriever is a joyful and elegant gundog that radiates happiness wherever it goes. Developed in England in the mid-19th century, this breed was designed for both land and water retrieval, combining athleticism with a glossy, flat-lying coat in solid black or liver. Often called the "Peter Pan of retrievers" for their eternal puppy-like enthusiasm, Flat-Coats bring an infectious optimism to every interaction.
Similar-size breeds
The 8 breeds in the Large size class with shoulder height closest to the Flat-Coated Retriever.
- Alaskan Husky — 24″ / 50 lb (same height)
- American Bulldog — 24″ / 88 lb (same height)
- American Foxhound — 24″ / 68 lb (same height)
- Bergamasco Shepherd — 24″ / 77 lb (same height)
- Boxer — 24″ / 73 lb (same height)
- Cane Corso — 24″ / 105 lb (same height)
- Coydog — 24″ / 45 lb (same height)
- Dogo Argentino — 24″ / 70 lb (same height)
Frequently asked
- How tall is a Flat-Coated Retriever?
- An adult Flat-Coated Retriever stands about 24 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
- Is a Flat-Coated Retriever considered a large dog?
- Yes — at 24" / 65 lb, the Flat-Coated Retriever falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #75 tallest.
- How does a Flat-Coated Retriever compare to a person?
- At 24" tall, a Flat-Coated Retriever stands about 38% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.
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