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- Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Chi-Poo: Introduction
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo: Overview
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo
- The Similarities Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo
- Price of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Price of Chi-Poo
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo
- How Kid-friendly are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Chi-Poos?
- Which one drools more, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo
- Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Easier to Train than the Chi-Poo?
- Does the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chi-Poo?
- Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Chi-Poos?
- Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chi-Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chi-Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs. Chi-Poo
- Are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers good family dogs? What about Chi-Poos?
- Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed more than Chi-Poos?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chi-Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Chi-Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and for the Chi-Poo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo
Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo: Overview
A very important difference between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Chi-Poo is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Chi-Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Chi-Poo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Chesapeake Bay Retriever | Chi-Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the s | 5 to 15 inches |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 80 pounds | 5 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1060 | $1120 |
| Price Range | $850 – $1200 | $800 – $1500 |
| Temperament Score | 87.8 percent | |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Chi-Poo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Chesapeake Bay Retriever is 65 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Chi-Poo is 90 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chi-Poo is a better pet than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. So, you should get the Chi-Poo!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo
Below is a list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo.
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the s when fully grown.
On the other hand, Chi-Poos weigh 5 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Chi-Poos are 5 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Price of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Price of Chi-Poo
The average price of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy is $1060. The price of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever typically ranges from $850 – $1200. However, the price of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever can be as low as $400 and as high as $2300. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 126 Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Chi-Poo puppy is $1120. The price of the Chi-Poo typically ranges from $800 – $1500. However, the price of a Chi-Poo can be as low as $200 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 135 Chi-Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chi-Poo is more expensive than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.
| Chesapeake Bay Retriever | Chi-Poo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1060 | $1120 |
| Price Range | $850 to $1200 | $800 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Chi-Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies or how many Chi-Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Chi-Poos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy or the Chi-Poo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Chi-Poo?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Chi-Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Chi-Poos are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not get along well with other dogs.
Chi-Poos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Chi-Poos can be left alone for some time without problems.
How Kid-friendly are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Chi-Poos?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Chi-Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which one drools more, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers drool moderately.
Chi-Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Easier to Train than the Chi-Poo?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are fairly easy to train.
Chi-Poos are very easy to train.
Does the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chi-Poo?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Chi-Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Chi-Poos?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Chi-Poos bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chi-Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Chi-Poos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chi-Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Chi-Poos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Wanderlust Potential: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs. Chi-Poo
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Chi-Poos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers good family dogs? What about Chi-Poos?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Chi-Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed more than Chi-Poos?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Chi-Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Chi-Poo?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Chi-Poos are moderately easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chesapeake Bay Retriever:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chi-Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chi-Poo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chi-Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and how the Chi-Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and of the Chi-Poo to other breeds:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Shiloh Shepherd Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Australian Kelpie Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Pomapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Pomeranian Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Finnish Spitz Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Lhasa Apso Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Basset Hound Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Kuvasz Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Newfoundland
Chi-Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chi-Poo versus Black Russian Terrier Chi-Poo versus Pointer Chi-Poo versus Bolognese Chi-Poo versus Sealyham Terrier Chi-Poo versus Chinese Crested Chi-Poo versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Chi-Poo versus Belgian Sheepdog Chi-Poo versus Welsh Terrier Chi-Poo versus Great Pyrenees Chi-Poo versus Airedale Terrier
Conclusion: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Chi-Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Chi-Poo better suits you and your family.