Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Origin: United States
Colour: Brown or Tan
Lifespan: 12 to 13 years
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever are cheery but serious about work. He is strong and active and loves swimming and retrieving games.
Owner's Guide
Chesapeakes will defend you with their lives, but need careful, experienced handling to ensure humans stay in control. These strong, active dogs have a coat that protects them from cold water so swimming is just one of the energetic activities they enjoy.
Originally bred in the USA for retrieving waterfowl.
Special Characteristics
Playful and active, this retriever particularly enjoys swimming.
Exercise Requirements
High. Full of energy that needs to be channelled.
Attitude to
Owners: loyal, affectionate
Children: good-natured if raised with them, can be intolerant
Other Pets: good
Strangers: usually good if well socialized, can be territorial
Unfamiliar Dogs: usually good, can be territorial
Perfect Owner
Strong-willed, experienced, active owner who enjoys long energetic walks, playing retrieve games and plenty of training.
Potential Problems
May display status-related aggression towards gentle owners. May be aggressive to strangers if not properly socialised.
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