Curly Coated Retrievers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Malchis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Spaniels, St. John’s Water Dog, Retrieving Setters, Poodles

Chihuahua, Maltese

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2000's

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
White
Black
Cream

Curly Coated Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Malchis are known for their coat length.

Curly

Wavy

A Curly Coated Retriever can have a litter of 9-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Malchi can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Glycogen Storage Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Entropion
Distichiasis
Ectropion
Persistent Pupillary Membrane
Alopecia

Demodicosis
Pulmonic Stenosis
Glaucoma
Hydrocephalus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Cryptorchidism
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination

Knee
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
Heart Analysis

Curly Coated Retrievers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Malchis are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Curly Coated Retrievers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Malchis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Curly Coated Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Malchis are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Malchi dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Curly Coated Retriever, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Malchi, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Curly Coated Retrievers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Malchis usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general Curly Coated Retriever should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Malchi should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Curly Coated Retriever feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Malchi feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Curly Coated Retriever is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Malchi is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Curly Coated Retriever is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Malchi is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Curly Coated Retrievers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Malchi is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Curly Coated Retrievers are not dog-friendly.

Malchis are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Curly Coated Retrievers are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Malchis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Curly Coated Retriever is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Malchis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.