ADDITIONAL CHESAPEAKE BAY RETRIEVER PICTURES
Family: Retriever
Breed Group: Gun Dog, AKC Sporting Group
Origin: USA
Date of Origin: 19th Century
Originally used for: Duck and goose retriever
Used today: Sporting, companion
Other Name(s): Chessie
History of the Breed: Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are the result of crosses with Newfoundlands, hounds, Setters, Water Spaniels and other
dogs and were first recognized as a distinct breed in America in the middle of the 19th century. They were ducking dogs used by hunters initially
in the Chesapeake Bay. These dogs have the ability to swim for hours in icy-cold water retrieving ducks and geese.
General Appearance: A strong, well-balanced, powerfully built dog of moderate size and medium length in body and leg, deep and wide
in the chest. The body has a distinctive shape with the hindquarters as high or slightly higher than the shoulders. The head is broad and
round with a medium stop with jaws that are capable of carrying large game birds. This breed has a unique yellow-amber eye color. The double
coat consists of a short, harsh, wavy outer coat in brown, chocolate, reddish brown, or dead grass color.
Height & Weight:
Height 21-26 Inches
Weight 55-80 Pounds
Coat: A double coat; with the undercoat being dense fine thick and wooly containing plenty of natural oil and the outercoat being short harsh and wavy.
Color: Brown, sedge or dead grass
Grooming needs: Low, should be brushed weekly
Temperament of Breed: The breed is very loving and makes a wonderful companion. The Chesapeake tends to recognize only one person or family as master.
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes with proper socialization however, this breed will defend his position as the alpha dog.
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes, this breed is very protective of its family and property
Exercise Level: Medium
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, (PRA) progressive retinal atrophy, Von Willebrand's disease
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 12-13 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 50
First Registered by the AKC: 1878
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, NKC, NZKC, ANKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
American Chesapeake Club
National Capital Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club, Inc. (NCCBRC)
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club of Canada
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