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Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Large Breed
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is renowned for its courageous attitude; they are a lovable breed that whilst being easy to train, retains enough of their own personality to make them a fun-loving dog.
Breed standards
Country of origin
U.S.A.
Weight
Males 30-37kg / 65-80lbs;
Females 25-32kg / 55-70lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 58-66cm / 23-26in;
Females 53-61cm / 21-24in (standards may vary)
Coat
A short but thick coat, hair on face short and legs very short, a harsh oily outer coat keeps the water out and the soft woolly undercoat keeps the dog warm.
Markings
Any colour of brown, sedge or dead grass. White spot on the breast, belly, toes or back of feet can be found.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
They are fantastic family pets as they love children and will be patient with them, which has led to them becoming a first choice pet for many families.
Temperament
Friendly and intelligent, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a loveable companion and an excellent working and show dog. Easy to train, they will obey you if trained well, if not their propensity to dominance can come to the fore and make life a problem. Consistent, firm training is what the breed will best respond to.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is famed as a retrieving dog which is the purpose it was bred for; it also showed success in the showering and now in the family home. The beautiful breed has a distinctly oily coat.
- Makes a good family pet
- An excellent working and show dog
- Adapts well to most climates
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Mostly inactive indoors
- Not suited to apartment living
- Not a dog recommended for novice owners
- Requires daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Can be prone to hip dysplasia and eye problems