Happy
Dominant
Protective
Affectionate
Intelligent
Quiet

Dignified
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Generous
Thoughtful

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Irish Mastiffs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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Kennel Club of Great Britain
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American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
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National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Amber

Brown

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Black

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Red

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Blue
Brindle
Cream
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Wavy

Wiry

A Chesapeake Bay Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Irish Mastiff can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Irish Mastiffs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

While the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Irish Mastiff breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Conditions

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Osteosarcoma
Wobbler's Syndrome
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Eye
Hip
Blood
Dna For Vwd
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Irish Mastiffs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Irish Mastiffs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Mastiffs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Irish Mastiff dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walk, Run, Fetch

Playdate, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walks, Lure coursing, Hikes, Swimming

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Irish Mastiffs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chesapeake Bay Retriever, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Mastiff, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chesapeake Bay Retrievers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Irish Mastiffs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Irish Mastiff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Irish Mastiff should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Chesapeake Bay Retriever feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 120-180 pound (54 - 82 kg) Irish Mastiff feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Mastiff is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Irish Mastiff has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Irish Mastiffs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Irish Mastiffs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Irish Mastiffs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Irish Mastiffs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Irish Mastiffs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Irish Mastiffs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.