| Origin |
United States dating back to the 1800's. |
| Original Use |
Water Retriever |
| Use Today |
Water Retriever, retriever, companion. It is quite capable of retrieving in even icy water. |
| Temperament |
It is independent, intelligent and strong willed. While it is protective of it's territory and may be scrappy with other dogs, it is loving, alert and happy with its family. |
| Acceptance of: |
Other Dogs - Average, can be aggressive if challenged |
| Other Pets - Average |
| Strangers - Reserved |
| Children - Good
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| Watchdog Ability |
Very Good |
| Guard dog Ability |
Good |
| Ease of Training |
Good |
| Living Conditions |
Happy to live outdoors in most climates. Equally content to live indoors with its family. |
| Exercise |
Requires lots of daily exercise. This need can be met by a run, or by retrieving on land or on the water. |
| Coat |
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dog has a short dense two layered coat. It is oily, water resistant, and wavy but not curly. |
| Grooming |
Requires weekly brushing, more often during times of shedding (usually in spring). |
| Colors |
Any color of light brown, red, or brown. |
| Height and Weight |
Ideal weight is 55 to 80 pounds (25 to 36.25 kg) while the ideal height is 21 to 26 inches (53.5 to 66 cm). Variations may occur in individual animals. |
| Life Expectancy |
11 to 13 years. |
| Group |
The AKC places the Chesapeake Bay Retriever dog in the Sporting group. |
