Bull Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever

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

Bull Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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General Details
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-13 Years
Height
18-21 Inches
21-26 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1862 AD
1807 AD
Temperament
Bull Terrier
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
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
65-80 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High to Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Common Health Issues
Luxating patella
Deafness
Lens luxation
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bull Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black Brindle, and White
Black Brindle, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Red
Red
White
White
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
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