Black Russian Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Compare the Black Russian Terrier to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Black Russian Terriers and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.

Black Russian Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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General Details
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-13 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
21-26 Inches
Weight
99-132 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origin Country
Russia
United States
Origin Year
1940 AD
1807 AD
Temperament
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Low
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low to Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Elbow dysplasia
Bladder stones
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Black Russian Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
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