Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Gordon Setter

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Gordon Setter
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
45-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1807 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wooly
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Gordon Setter
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Red
Red
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