Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Labrador Retriever

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Labrador Retriever
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
United States
Canada
Origin Year
1807 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
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
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Black
Chocolate
Yellow
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