Chesapeake bay retriever

Not long ago, we gushed with enthusiasm over a documentary we’d just seen, “Chicken People.” We felt it helped people outside the dog fancy understand the sport of show dogs better, while reminding fanciers, themselves, how their sport may appear to outsiders looking in. If you haven’t seen the movie, below is a teaser: What’s […]

The Chesapeake’s Own Dog Breed The Chesapeake Bay has its very own breed of dog. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever or “Chessie” is uniquely suited to life around the bay. Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a distinctive look due to their double coat with a curly appearance. The coat is a little oily, which helps repel water. They love the water and, due to their coat, can stand frigid winter water temperature. These dogs, which were bred to retrieve ducks for hunters,... Read More Read More

Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever the right breed for you? Learn more about the Chesapeake Bay Retriever including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an incredible dog with an equally impressive history in waterfowling. Located in the Northeast portion of the country, the Chesapeake Bay and Susquehanna Flats are home to plenty of waterfowl and plenty of harsh weather.

We think Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are atrocious animals. They aren't friendly at all. Here are 14 reasons why!

Chesapeake Bay Retriever= this board and post is in memory of my friends dog blue who died doing what he does best getting into trouble... He was only two and I had so many positive memories with him involved. He got into something poisonous and that caus

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers...Lady Chestnut of Concord and her son Sir Maximus of Concord. What a pair!

Chesapeake Bay Retriever (by Beth Adams)