Although it has been suggested that this retriever evolved from Russian circus dogs, it is more likely it was bred from crossings that started with a yellow Flat-coated Retriever and a Tweed Water Spaniel, with Irish Setter, Labrador and Bloodhound introduced later (Eyewitness Handbooks Dogs).
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Joanie Holliday 15 Jun 2018
VERY GENTLE AND LOVING DOGS. SUCH CUTE PUPS.