Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Pug

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Pug
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
10-14 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
13-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Origin Country
United States
China
Origin Year
1807 AD
-206 BC
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
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
Pug
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Low
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
High
Dander
Low
High
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
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
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Corneal ulcer
Proptosis
Distichiasis
Dry eye
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Pug dog encephalitis
Nerve degeneration
Demodectic mange
Staph infection
Yeast infection
Hemivertebra
Vaccination sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Pug
Breed Colors
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