Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Flat-coated Retriever

Compare the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Flat-coated Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Flat-coated Retrievers.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Flat-Coated Retriever
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
8-10 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
22-24½ Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1807 AD
1859 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Cancer
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Black
Black
Liver
Liver
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