Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Scottish Terrier

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Scottish Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
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General Details
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-26 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
18-22 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1807 AD
-55 BC
Temperament
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
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
Scottish Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Low
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
11 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Scottie cramp
Westie jaw
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Rough
Scruffy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Scottish Terrier
Breed Colors
Chocolate Brown
Chocolate Brown
Deadgrass
Deadgrass
Reddish Gold
Reddish Gold
Black
Black
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