Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Compare the Boykin Spaniel to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Boykin Spaniels and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.

Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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General Details
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-13 Years
Height
14-18 Inches
21-26 Inches
Weight
25-40 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origin Country
United States
United States
Origin Year
1900 AD
1807 AD
Temperament
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cushing's syndrome
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Heart problems
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Boykin Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Colors
Liver
Liver
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
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