Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-14 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
17-22 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
35-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Origin Country
United States
Portugal
Origin Year
1807 AD
1297 AD
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
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
Average
Personality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Energy Level
Medium
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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