Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Chinese Crested

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

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General Details

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

10-13 Years

13-15 Years

Height

21-26 Inches

10-13 Inches

Weight

55-80 Pounds

5-12 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Origin Country

United States

China

Origin Year

1807 AD

1800 AD

Temperament

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Overall Friendliness

Average

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Average

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Below Average

Above Average

Stranger Friendly

Below Average

Above Average

Personality

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Traits

Affectionate

Loving

Stubborn

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Loving

Needy

Separation Anxiety

Snuggle

Stubborn

Living Environment

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

20-75 °F

60-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Above Average

Exercise Needs

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Energy Level

Medium

Exercise Required

Low

Top Running Speed

20 MPH

16 MPH

Strength

High

Low

Grooming Needs

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Coat Maintenance

Low

Medium to High

Shedding

Low

Dander

Low

Drool

Low

None

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Distracted Easy

Focused & Patient

Breed Instincts

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Aggression

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

Chasing

Average

Below Average

Follow Commands

Average

Below Average

Fighting

Below Average

None

Guarding

Average

Below Average

Herding

Below Average

None

Hunting

Above Average

Average

Protection

Above Average

Below Average

Remove Vermin

Below Average

Above Average

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Average

Above Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Average Lifespan

10-13 Years

13-15 Years

Health Concerns

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Common Health Issues

Bloat

Hip dysplasia

Progressive retinal atrophy

Cerebellar abiotrophy

Epilepsy

Glaucoma

Deafness

Lens luxation

Loose teeth

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Coat Type

Fur

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Bald

Coat Texture

Wooly

Silky

Coat Length

Medium

Hairless

Coat Coloring

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Chinese Crested

Breed Colors

Apricot