Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Chow Chow

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Chow Chow
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
40-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Origin Country
United States
China
Origin Year
1807 AD
-150 BC
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Overall Friendliness
Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Stubborn
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Aggression
Below Average
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Hip dysplasia
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chow Chow
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Black
Blue
Cinnamon
Cream
Red
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