If you’re a fan of big, lovable canines with gorgeous curly coats this post is for you! From gentle giants to active companions, check out 10 beautiful big dogs with curly hair below!
10 Beautiful Big Dogs With Curly Hair
1. Standard Poodle
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The Standard Poodle is a versatile and intelligent dog breed known for its elegant appearance and athletic build. With a dense, curly coat that requires regular grooming to maintain its characteristic puffy look, Standard Poodles come in a variety of colors and weigh up to 70 lbs.
2. Portuguese Water Dog
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Originally bred to assist fishermen, the Portuguese Water Dog is a highly intelligent and energetic breed. Standing between 17 and 23 inches tall at the shoulder, the Portuguese Water Dog weighs up to 60 lbs and has a thick, waterproof coat that can be either wavy or curly.
3. Irish Water Spaniel
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a unique and active dog breed known for its distinct curly and water-repellent coat. Large in size, this breed typically stands between 21 and 24 inches tall at the shoulder and weighs up to 68 lbs.
4. Barbet
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The Barbet is a medium to large-sized dog breed with a friendly and sociable disposition. Barbets typically stand between 19 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder and have a dense, curly or wavy coat that is known for being hypoallergenic, making them a great choice for people with allergies.
5. Airedale Terrier
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The Airedale Terrier is a confident and versatile breed known for its intelligence and loyalty. Typically standing around 22 to 24 inches tall, the Airedale has a dense, wiry coat that requires regular grooming to maintain its texture and prevent matting.
6. Black Russian Terrier
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Another terrier breed, the Black Russian Terrier is a robust and confident dog known for its protective and courageous nature. Standing between 25 and 29 inches tall, and weighing up to a whopping 130 lbs, the Black Russian Terrier has a dense, black, coarse double coat that requires regular grooming and maintenance.
7. Curly-Coated Retriever
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The Curly-Coated Retriever is a strong and agile breed with a distinctive curly coat that provides excellent protection from the elements. Weighing in at up to 95 lbs, the Curly-Coated Retriever’s dense, tight curls require minimal grooming and maintenance compared with other curly-haired breeds on this list.
8. Goldendoodle
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The Goldendoodle is a popular crossbreed resulting from a mix between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Ranging from small to large, depending on the Poodle parent’s size, the Goldendoodle’s coat is typically wavy or curly and requires regular grooming to prevent matting and keep it looking its best.
9. Labradoodle
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The Labradoodle is a friendly and outgoing crossbreed of a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. When bred with a Standard-sized Poodle, Labradoodles are usually large-sized dogs, but smaller sizes are also possible. Like the Goldendoodle, Labradoodles usually sport a curly or wavy coat that requires regular grooming to prevent matting.
10. Bernedoodle
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Finally, another popular Poodle mix sporting a wavy or curly coat is the Bernedoodle. This breed is a cross between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Poodle and it comes in a variety of sizes, ranging from small to large, depending on the size of the Poodle parent.
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Pure breed facts sourced via AKC breed profiles.
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