Retriever Da Baía De Chesapeake

Health

Being full of energy, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a very healthy dog, despite developing some eye problems such as progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and cataracts. Also, some develop hip dysplasia. Remembering that parents should always be aware of consultations and exams to detect this type of problem.

Curiosities

The combination that generated the Chesapeake Bay Retriever - between Newfoundland and Retriever - was so successful that the dog can collect up to 200 ducks a day in the cold waters of a bay. Its oily fur protects it from water, as well as providing the same resistance as duck feathers. Its color resembles the environment in which it works and therefore should be brown, straw or dead grass color.

Intelligence

Because they mature more slowly, it's critical that parents tolerate certain youth craziness until they're fully grown, around two years or so. But once grown and trained with the proper frequency, they are more reliable than many other bloodlines. This breed is less suited to the parent who is impatient or who wants to see their teachings take effect quickly. In general, these dogs are slow learners, precisely because of the long period of adolescence.

Temperament

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a strong character. It has a certain degree of willingness and males can be dominating. At the same time, it is intelligent and balanced, persistent, courageous and resistant. His childhood is long and he is usually quite hectic during this period. He loves to live with children, and is usually very reserved in the presence of strangers.

Lifetime

Their life expectancy is between 10 and 15 years.