Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Old English Sheepdog

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Old English Sheepdog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-11 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
60-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1807 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
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
Old English Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-11 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Heat intolerance
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Black and White
Blue
Blue and White
Blue Merle and White
Brown
Gray
Gray and White
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