Happy
Dominant
Protective
Affectionate
Intelligent
Quiet

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Sheltidoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Sheltidoodles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Newfoundland dog

Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

1800s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Brown
Red

Black
White
Pied
Sable
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Sheltidoodles have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Curly

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.

A Sheltidoodle can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Sebaceous Adenitis
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Eye
Hip
Blood
Dna For Vwd
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood and Urine Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

Sheltidoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Sheltidoodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Sheltidoodles need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Sheltidoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

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

Walk, Run, Fetch

Playing

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.

Sheltidoodles 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.

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 Sheltidoodles 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.

Sheltidoodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) Sheltidoodle feed 2 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 a Sheltidoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 a Sheltidoodle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Sheltidoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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.

The Sheltidoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Sheltidoodles 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.

Sheltidoodles are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Sheltidoodles 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.

Sheltidoodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Sheltidoodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.