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Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Written by Dr. Sarah Johnson, Veterinary Consultant
Published: January 15, 2024 • Last updated: August 30, 2025

Temperament

Affectionate, Intelligent, Quiet, Dominant, Happy, Protective, Good with Kids, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Playful, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Dignified, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Loyal, Smart, Quiet, Gentle, Couch, Spayed Neutered, Cat Passed Test, Available for Transfer Texas, Housetrained, Brave, Protective, Timid, Crate Trained, Single Dog Home, Loves Kisses, Independent, Loves kisses, Ehrlichia Positive, Energy Moderate, Experience Moderate, Good on a Leash, Loves to Cuddle, Loves Toys, Size Large sixty to ninety nine lbs, Couch potato, Couch Potato, Housebroken, Know the breed, Local only

Weight

55 - 80 lbs

Height

21 - 26 inches

Life Span

10 - 13 years

Breed Group

Sporting

Bred For

Water Retriever

Origin

Na Stàitean Aonaichte

Additional Characteristics

Good with Children5/5
Good with Other Dogs5/5
Trainability3/5
Energy Level5/5
Grooming Needs5/5

Care Requirements

Exercise Needs5/5

They are extremely energetic dogs requiring extensive daily exercise, activities, and mental stimulation.

Grooming Requirements5/5

They have very high maintenance coats requiring daily brushing and regular professional grooming.

Trainability3/5

Moderately trainable with consistent methods

Good with Children5/5

They are excellent with children and often form strong bonds with them.

Good with Other Dogs5/5
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Breed Purpose

Water Retriever

Temperament

Affectionate, Intelligent, Quiet, Dominant, Happy, Protective, Good with Kids, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Playful, Affectionate, Athletic, Curious, Dignified, Friendly, Funny, Loves, Loyal, Smart, Quiet, Gentle, Couch, Spayed Neutered, Cat Passed Test, Available for Transfer Texas, Housetrained, Brave, Protective, Timid, Crate Trained, Single Dog Home, Loves Kisses, Independent, Loves kisses, Ehrlichia Positive, Energy Moderate, Experience Moderate, Good on a Leash, Loves to Cuddle, Loves Toys, Size Large sixty to ninety nine lbs, Couch potato, Couch Potato, Housebroken, Know the breed, Local only

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