HISTORY

ORIGIN UNITED STATES

GROUP SPORTING GROUP


The Chesapeake Bay Retriever originated in the early 19th century in Maryland. This breed is thought to have been bred from Newfoundland dogs and a duck retriever. The Chesapeake was created to be able to withstand the icy cold waters of the Chesapeake, so they could retrieve hundreds of duck per day for the hunters.

APPEARANCE(S)

The Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are medium sized dogs with large blocky head and drop ears and gold or yellow eyes.

COLOR(S)


This breed is most commonly seen in dark brown, dead grass color or tan.

COAT


The coat of the Chesapeake is short and rough. The coat has natural oils to make it waterproof and of course the most defining feature is the distinctive curls that appear down the back.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL


Moderate to High

POSITIVES


This breed loves to work and play. The Chesapeake loves their families and especially kids, if grown up around them.

THINGS TO CONSIDER


This breed can be aggressive to strangers and to other dogs.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in the country; this is not a breed for apartment life.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed does best if obedience trained.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

American Chesapeake Club Inc.
2000 Pumpkinvine Hill
Martinsville, IN 46151

FUN FACT(S)

The Chesapeake can swim up to a mile at a time without stopping.
Written by: PetsMD Veterinary Editorial Staff