Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel

Compare the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Irish Water Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Irish Water Spaniels.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
45-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Origin Country
United States
Ireland
Origin Year
1807 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
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
Irish Water Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
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
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Coat Texture
Wooly
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Brown
Brown
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