About the Chesapeake Bay Retriever:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever information, advice,
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This breed is strong and active requiring plenty of daily exercise. They absolutely love water and are good swimmers. They have a reputation for being hard to train, the truth is that they usually only work well for their family members. They are reserved around strangers and can be quite protective. They are excellent hunting dogs and were bred to retrieve ducks all day long in the frigid waters of the Chesapeake.

Basic Dog Breed Information           Weight Range: 55 - 80 lbs.           Avg. Height: 24 in.           Breed Origin: United States           Nicknames:           AKC Group: Sporting Chesapeake Bay Retriever Liftstyle Info   Tolerates Cold Weather Tolerates Hot Weather Good Watchdog Needs Exercise Good w/Other Animals Easily Trainable Can Live Outside Needs Grooming Often Lives Well In City Life Good With Kids