Bullmastiff vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever

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

Bullmastiff vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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General Details
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-13 Years
Height
24-27 Inches
21-26 Inches
Weight
110-130 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1860 AD
1807 AD
Temperament
Bullmastiff
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
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Average Lifespan
8-10 Years
10-13 Years
Health Concerns
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Entropion
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Lymphosarcoma
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Wooly
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bullmastiff
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed Colors
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn Brindle
Fawn Brindle
Red
Red
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
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