Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Kangaroo Dog

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Kangaroo Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
50-105 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Origin Country
United States
Australia
Origin Year
1807 AD
1850 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
40 MPH
Strength
High
High to Very High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Bloat
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Kangaroo Dog
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
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