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Chesapeake Bay
Retriever
Retriever
Webbed feet, powerful shoulders and hindquarters, and an oily outercoat that tends to
shed water, combine to make the Chesapeake a very efficient retriever in the iciest water.
Although bred to retrieve ducks, it is also widely used to hunt on land and has been
trained as a guide dog.
shed water, combine to make the Chesapeake a very efficient retriever in the iciest water.
Although bred to retrieve ducks, it is also widely used to hunt on land and has been
trained as a guide dog.
HISTORY
The Chesapeake got its start on the coast
of the state Maryland. Back in 1807, a
ship was wrecked on the coast of
Maryland. On the ship were two
Newfoundland puppies. The male puppy,
"Sailor," was red in color and the female,
"Canton," was black in color. The male
went to John Mercer of West River,
Maryland and the female went to Dr.
James Stuart of Sparrows Point,
Maryland. Both men were very big hunters
of waterfowl and this is where the dogs
started their hunting lives. Before long,
both men realized just how great these
dogs were for hunting.
Other hunters around the area soon
learned the hunting ability of these dogs
including their high retrieval instinct even
in the cold and icy waters around the
area. Before long, every hunter had the
desire to own one of these unique hunting
dogs.
By the late 1800's there was much
enthusiasm for these hunting dogs which
brought about the showing of the Carroll
Island Gun Club which brought dignitaries
from across the country to shoot and
watch the dogs do their stuff. The club
members bred the Chesapeake's and the
dog held the pedigree of the Chesapeake
Bay Dog for several years forward.
By the 1880's there were a variety of
strains of the Chesapeake Bay Dog which
included The Chesapeake Bay Duck Dog,
the Brown Winchester, the Otter Dog, the
Newfoundland Duck Dog and the Red
Chester Ducking Dog, to name a few.
In 1890, the dogs were given their official
name of the Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
At the same time, the Chesapeake Bay
Club was created. By having this club
around, in no time the Chesapeake dog
was well known in many corners of the
nation. This is how the Chesapeake
received the honor of being the state's
official dog.
The Chesapeake got its start on the coast
of the state Maryland. Back in 1807, a
ship was wrecked on the coast of
Maryland. On the ship were two
Newfoundland puppies. The male puppy,
"Sailor," was red in color and the female,
"Canton," was black in color. The male
went to John Mercer of West River,
Maryland and the female went to Dr.
James Stuart of Sparrows Point,
Maryland. Both men were very big hunters
of waterfowl and this is where the dogs
started their hunting lives. Before long,
both men realized just how great these
dogs were for hunting.
Other hunters around the area soon
learned the hunting ability of these dogs
including their high retrieval instinct even
in the cold and icy waters around the
area. Before long, every hunter had the
desire to own one of these unique hunting
dogs.
By the late 1800's there was much
enthusiasm for these hunting dogs which
brought about the showing of the Carroll
Island Gun Club which brought dignitaries
from across the country to shoot and
watch the dogs do their stuff. The club
members bred the Chesapeake's and the
dog held the pedigree of the Chesapeake
Bay Dog for several years forward.
By the 1880's there were a variety of
strains of the Chesapeake Bay Dog which
included The Chesapeake Bay Duck Dog,
the Brown Winchester, the Otter Dog, the
Newfoundland Duck Dog and the Red
Chester Ducking Dog, to name a few.
In 1890, the dogs were given their official
name of the Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
At the same time, the Chesapeake Bay
Club was created. By having this club
around, in no time the Chesapeake dog
was well known in many corners of the
nation. This is how the Chesapeake
received the honor of being the state's
official dog.
CARE
The Chesapeake is very easy to care
for. With its oily coat, the dog should
not be bathed very often. Bathing will
strip the oil from the dog's coat. The oil
is what the dog needs when hunting in
the water. When brushing the dog's
coat, make sure to use a firm bristle
brush. You should only brush his coat
during the time when he is molting.
Brushing should be performed to get
the loose and dead hairs off the dog.
The Chesapeake is the type of dog
that does not like to be left alone for
long periods of time. If this happens,
the dog may become destructive, so
give him plenty of attention and
exercise. His favorite type of exercise
is swimming; therefore take him on the
next family picnic by the lake instead of
leaving him at home to get into
mischief.
Regular trips to the vet is always a
good idea to keep the dog updated on
everything and to also make sure the
dog is in good health for hunting and
such. Making sure your Chesapeake is
in good health is the main thing.
Otherwise, a Chesapeake is very easy
to care for.
The Chesapeake is very easy to care
for. With its oily coat, the dog should
not be bathed very often. Bathing will
strip the oil from the dog's coat. The oil
is what the dog needs when hunting in
the water. When brushing the dog's
coat, make sure to use a firm bristle
brush. You should only brush his coat
during the time when he is molting.
Brushing should be performed to get
the loose and dead hairs off the dog.
The Chesapeake is the type of dog
that does not like to be left alone for
long periods of time. If this happens,
the dog may become destructive, so
give him plenty of attention and
exercise. His favorite type of exercise
is swimming; therefore take him on the
next family picnic by the lake instead of
leaving him at home to get into
mischief.
Regular trips to the vet is always a
good idea to keep the dog updated on
everything and to also make sure the
dog is in good health for hunting and
such. Making sure your Chesapeake is
in good health is the main thing.
Otherwise, a Chesapeake is very easy
to care for.
DESCRIPTION
The Chesapeake Bay retriever is a breed
of dog that is used for hunting and has
been approved by the AKC since 1884.
This breed of dog has been around since
the 1800's, meant to be used for hunting.
These dogs have been hunters for many
years. These kinds of dogs have been
used for hunting in any kind of weather
and their coats are made for the water.
Not only are the Chesapeake Bay
retrievers used for hunting, but they are
also used for sitting in the boat or vehicle
to protect the game after being caught.
The Chesapeake Bay retrievers are a
very protective breed of dog. This makes
it great to have as a protector of any
family or as a protector of their property.
The Chesapeake Bay retriever is a breed
of dog that is used for hunting and has
been approved by the AKC since 1884.
This breed of dog has been around since
the 1800's, meant to be used for hunting.
These dogs have been hunters for many
years. These kinds of dogs have been
used for hunting in any kind of weather
and their coats are made for the water.
Not only are the Chesapeake Bay
retrievers used for hunting, but they are
also used for sitting in the boat or vehicle
to protect the game after being caught.
The Chesapeake Bay retrievers are a
very protective breed of dog. This makes
it great to have as a protector of any
family or as a protector of their property.
EXERCISE & FEEDING
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are
generally considered a country dog
rather than a city dog, but will adapt to
urban living if giving plenty of exercise
and space. An owner of a Chesapeake
Bay Retriever should be a strong,
consistent leader who wants a good
watchdog that will be affectionate and
athletic. The best owner for this type of
dog would be an experienced, active
owner living a rural area.
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are
generally considered a country dog
rather than a city dog, but will adapt to
urban living if giving plenty of exercise
and space. An owner of a Chesapeake
Bay Retriever should be a strong,
consistent leader who wants a good
watchdog that will be affectionate and
athletic. The best owner for this type of
dog would be an experienced, active
owner living a rural area.
HEALTH PROBLEMS
Hip dysplasia, PRA (Progressive
Retinal Atrophy). Other health
concerns include dwarfism, entropion,
and epilepsy.
Hip dysplasia, PRA (Progressive
Retinal Atrophy). Other health
concerns include dwarfism, entropion,
and epilepsy.
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TEMPERAMENT
The Chesapeake has a wonderful
personality, which makes for a loving
companion for anyone. This breed can
be very happy and sometimes when
happy they can get vocal that might be
mistaken for the dog to be growling,
but they aren't. They also may "smile"
at you. This is where the dog may bare
his front teeth, but again, this is not a
threatening thing for this dog.
The Chesapeake has a wonderful
personality, which makes for a loving
companion for anyone. This breed can
be very happy and sometimes when
happy they can get vocal that might be
mistaken for the dog to be growling,
but they aren't. They also may "smile"
at you. This is where the dog may bare
his front teeth, but again, this is not a
threatening thing for this dog.
The Chesapeake Bay retrievers are
used today in hunting tests, field trials,
obedience, agility, and tracking. They
may be used for all this and more, but
this breed of dog stays true to where it
comes from for hunting and protecting.
The Chesapeake Bay retrievers have
been called Chessie by individuals
throughout history, such as a short
nickname. These dogs may also be
called Peake Pups and Bay. You can
see these beautiful dogs in practically
all AKC dog shows across the United
States under the gundog category.
Appearance
The Chesapeake Bay retriever can be
seen in many colors. The colors mainly
range in shades of browns anything
from a light coco brown to a dark
deeper brown. The color of the dogs
coat can also range from a reddish
yellow to a bright red and to a chestnut
color. There are some Chesapeake's
that may have white on their coats, but
it is limited to places such as the
breast, belly, toes, or the back of the
legs. The coat on the Chesapeake has
an oily touch, which helps propel water
from the dog while hunting in the
waters. The Chesapeake does not
shed that often, so brushing shouldn't
be needed very often.
Another great thing about the
appearance of the Chesapeake is that
they have very broad and tough
chests that are made for breaking
through ice while hunting in winter
waters or cold climate regions. The
Chesapeake dogs also have tough
and high hindquarters that are also
used greatly for hunting as well.
The eyes on the Chesapeake are very
clear which tend to be a yellowish or
amber color. The eyes on a
Chesapeake are very bright and
beautiful. The ears on a Chesapeake
are small and they set well on the top
of the head. The reason the
Chesapeake can swim so well in
waters is because of their feet being
big and wide which are also webbed to
help them swim through waters and ice.
used today in hunting tests, field trials,
obedience, agility, and tracking. They
may be used for all this and more, but
this breed of dog stays true to where it
comes from for hunting and protecting.
The Chesapeake Bay retrievers have
been called Chessie by individuals
throughout history, such as a short
nickname. These dogs may also be
called Peake Pups and Bay. You can
see these beautiful dogs in practically
all AKC dog shows across the United
States under the gundog category.
Appearance
The Chesapeake Bay retriever can be
seen in many colors. The colors mainly
range in shades of browns anything
from a light coco brown to a dark
deeper brown. The color of the dogs
coat can also range from a reddish
yellow to a bright red and to a chestnut
color. There are some Chesapeake's
that may have white on their coats, but
it is limited to places such as the
breast, belly, toes, or the back of the
legs. The coat on the Chesapeake has
an oily touch, which helps propel water
from the dog while hunting in the
waters. The Chesapeake does not
shed that often, so brushing shouldn't
be needed very often.
Another great thing about the
appearance of the Chesapeake is that
they have very broad and tough
chests that are made for breaking
through ice while hunting in winter
waters or cold climate regions. The
Chesapeake dogs also have tough
and high hindquarters that are also
used greatly for hunting as well.
The eyes on the Chesapeake are very
clear which tend to be a yellowish or
amber color. The eyes on a
Chesapeake are very bright and
beautiful. The ears on a Chesapeake
are small and they set well on the top
of the head. The reason the
Chesapeake can swim so well in
waters is because of their feet being
big and wide which are also webbed to
help them swim through waters and ice.
First Registered by the AKC: 1878
AKC Group: Sporting Group
AKC Group: Sporting Group
When having a Chesapeake Bay