Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the German Shorthaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and German Shorthaired Pointers.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
United States
Germany
Origin Year
1807 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
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
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
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