Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Bracco Italiano

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Bracco Italiano
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
21½-26½ Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
55-88 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Origin Country
United States
Italy
Origin Year
1807 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Umbilical hernias
Ectropion
Kidney issues
Sensitivity to anesthesia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bracco Italiano
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
White and Chestnut
White and Chestnut
White and Orange
White and Orange
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