Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Miniature Poodle

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Miniature Poodle
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-13 Years
14-15 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
12-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1807 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
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
Miniature Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Addison's disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Apricot
Apricot
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cafe Au Lait
Cafe Au Lait
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
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