Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Golden Retriever

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Golden Retriever
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1807 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden 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
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above 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
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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