Retriever

Retriever, a sporting dog trained to find and bring back killed and wounded game. There are two breeds, and of both the Newfoundland seems to have been the origin. Crosses with the setter gave rise to the wavy-coated form, while the curly-coated retriever was produced by an infusion of poodle, or water-spaniel blood. These dogs are marked by great intelligence, and are generally good-tempered. They are also excellent watchdogs. Other breeds, notably terriers, have been trained to retrieve.