Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Loves water almost as much as family
Chessies 101
Sporting groupThe Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a powerful dog who forms a strong bond with their people. They're quick to learn and eager to please but can have their own ideas on how to accomplish tasks. Less lovey-dovey than the average Golden and more protective than the Labrador, the Chessie is a popular dog for duck hunters.
What we love about Chessies
A determined dog who'll happily break ice to swim
Very vocal
Talkative
As needed
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Mature adult Chessie
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Hypothyroid disease
Seizures
Senior Chessie
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Arthritis
Hypothyroid disease
Kidney failure
Chessie puppy
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Urinary tract infection
Gastroenteritis
Conjunctivitis
Young adult Chessie
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Trauma
Ear infection
Foreign body ingestion
Mature adult Chessie
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Cruciate ligament tear (knee)
Hypothyroid disease
Seizures
Senior Chessie
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Arthritis
Hypothyroid disease
Kidney failure
Chessie puppy
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Urinary tract infection
Gastroenteritis
Conjunctivitis
Young adult Chessie
Risk level for common Chessie conditions
Trauma
Ear infection
Foreign body ingestion
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Before being called the Chesapeake Bay Retriever, this dog was known as the Brown Winchester.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever coat care and colors
While retrievers tend to have dense, water-repellent coats, the Chessie's is also a bit oily. The coat is also thick with a softer undercoat. A weekly brushing will reduce shedding. Acclimate to nail trims early to avoid struggles later on.
How often should I groom my Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Combing and brushing your Chesapeake Bay Retriever down to the skin weekly will remove any loose fur from the undercoat and keep it free of mats and debris. Trim or grind nails regularly to keep them short.
Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed a lot?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are moderate shedders, but you can reduce the amount of fur around the house by regularly combing and brushing. Trim or grind nails regularly to keep them short.
What type of coat does my Chesapeake Bay Retriever have?
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a medium-length wavy coat.
Chessie exercise & training
Chessie fun facts
Top girl names for Chessies
of Chessies are female
of Chessies are male
Top boy names for Chessies
Nationwide loves Chesapeake Bay Retrievers of every name, from Aaron to Zog the Destroyer
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