The dual function of the Curly as both waterfowl retriever and upland game hunter demands a dog who moves with strength and power yet is quick and agile.

• 颈部：结实且略微圆拱，中等长度，没有赘肉，流畅地融入略微向后倾斜的肩胛。背线：从马肩隆最后一点开始到腰部这一段身躯，结实而水平。