Chesapeake Bay Retriever Breed Profile
KC Group Gundog
Size Large
Good with children? Unknown
Good guard dogs? Possibly
Moulting level Heavy
Grooming Moderate
Exercise requirement Lots
Jogging partner Short runs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Breed Profile
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an active and outgoing dog who loves to swim! The breed is in the Gundog group and was originally bred as a wildfowling dog. Originates from the Chesapeake Bay area of USA.Chesapeake Bay Retriever character
Chessies tend to attach themselves to one person in the household. This is probably due to their development as a wildfowling dog, which is a lonely occupation. If introduced to the family at a young age they will get on well with everyone.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever size
Chessies measure 53-66cm at the withers.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever health
Generally healthy breed
Chesapeake Bay Retriever care
Chessies love exercise and will go crazy if they are not given a good run on a daily basis.
Remember! All breed profiles are general and every dog is an individual.