A Detailed Comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Field Spaniel

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Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Field Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel? 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 Field Spaniel 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 Field Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel 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 Field Spaniel. 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 Field Spaniel.

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 Field Spaniel

Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Field Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Field Spaniel is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Field Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Field Spaniel 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 Field Spaniel
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the s 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
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 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Weight 55 to 80 pounds 37 to 45 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1060 $4640
Price Range $850 – $1200 $2900 – $5000
Temperament Score 87.8 percent 85.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend testing at 2, 4, 6, and 8 years of age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 44 147
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 27 34

    *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 Field Spaniel. 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 Field Spaniel is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Field Spaniel is a better pet than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. So, you should get the Field Spaniel!

    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 Field Spaniel 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 Field Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are most different:

  • Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not get along well with other dogs. However, Field Spaniels get along well with other dogs.
  • Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Field Spaniels are very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel

    The Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are very playful.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Field Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel.

    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, Field Spaniels weigh 37 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Field Spaniels are 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus the Field Spaniel

    The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a better temperament than the Field Spaniel.

    This is because the temperament score for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is 87.8 percent while the temperament score for the Field Spaniel is 85.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 87.8 percent, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 85.7 percent, the Field Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 123 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and 14 Field Spaniels.

    Price of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Price of Field Spaniel

    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 Field Spaniel puppy is $4640. The price of the Field Spaniel typically ranges from $2900 – $5000. However, the price of a Field Spaniel can be as low as $1800 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 5 Field Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Field Spaniel is more expensive than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.

    Chesapeake Bay Retriever Field Spaniel
    Average Price $1060 $4640
    Price Range $850 to $1200 $2900 to $5000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Field Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies or how many Field Spaniel 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 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Field Spaniels

    A breakdown of the prices of Field Spaniels

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy or the Field Spaniel 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.

    The Intelligence of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Field Spaniel

    Chesapeake Bay Retriever Field Spaniel
    Intelligence Rank 27 out of 130 dog breeds 34 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an obedience intelligence rank of 27 out of 130 dog breeds. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Chesapeake Bay Retrievers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Field Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 34 out of 130 dog breeds. The Field Spaniel belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Field Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is more intelligent than the Field Spaniel.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Popularity of Field Spaniel

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is more popular with dog owners than the Field Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is 44 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Field Spaniel is 147 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Chesapeake Bay Retriever

    Popularity of Chesapeake Bay Retriever

    Popularity of Field Spaniel

    Popularity of Field Spaniel

    Year Chesapeake Bay Retriever Popularity Rank Field Spaniel Popularity Rank
    2013 43 140
    2014 41 137
    2015 42 145
    2016 43 147
    2017 43 145
    2018 45 149
    2019 46 153
    2020 50 160

    Health Problems of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Health Problems of Field Spaniel

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.

    Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is prone to more genetic health problems than the Field Spaniel.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever than for the Field Spaniel.

    8 health tests are recommended for Chesapeake Bay Retriever while 6 tests are recommended for the Field Spaniel.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and in Field Spaniels.

    Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health Problems

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Chesapeake Bay Retrievers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Chesapeake Bay Retrievers here.

    Field Spaniel Health Problems

    Field Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Field Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Field Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Field Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Field Spaniels for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend testing at 2, 4, 6, and 8 years of age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Field Spaniels here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Field Spaniels

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the Chesapeake Bay Retriever ranks 6 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 51 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, 1 of them had Shoulder problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, and how common these diseases are in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 6 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 20 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 42 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 46 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 47 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 57 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 94 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Field Spaniel Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Field Spaniel ranks 52 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 479 Field Spaniels, 10 of them had Eyes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Field Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Field Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Eyes problems: Rank 52 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 57 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 58 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 74 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 113 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 138 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Chesapeake Bay Retriever and in Field Spaniel and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Field Spaniel:

    Disease Chesapeake Bay Retriever Rank Field Spaniel Rank
    Shoulder problems 6 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 20 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 42 out of 159 dog breeds 57 out of 159 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 46 out of 115 dog breeds 74 out of 115 dog breeds
    Hips problems 47 out of 198 dog breeds 58 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 57 out of 144 dog breeds 138 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 94 out of 182 dog breeds 52 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 113 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Field Spaniel?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Field Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Field Spaniel?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Field Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Field Spaniel?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Field Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Field Spaniel

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Field Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Field Spaniels?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Field Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which one drools more, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Field Spaniel

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers drool moderately.

    Field Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Easier to Train than the Field Spaniel?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are fairly easy to train.

    Field Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Does the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Field Spaniel?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Field Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Field Spaniels?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Field Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Field Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Field Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Field Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs. Field Spaniel

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Field Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers good family dogs? What about Field Spaniels?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Field Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed more than Field Spaniels?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Field Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Field Spaniel?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Field Spaniels are very 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:

  • Hovawart (74 percent match with Chesapeake Bay Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Hovawart.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (73 percent match with Chesapeake Bay Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Boerboel (76 percent match with Chesapeake Bay Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Boerboel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Field Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Field Spaniel 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 Field Spaniel:

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (83 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • English Springer Spaniel (84 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and how the Field Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and of the Field Spaniel to other breeds:

    Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Field Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Field Spaniel versus Kuvasz     Field Spaniel versus Plott     Field Spaniel versus Samoyed     Field Spaniel versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Field Spaniel versus Miniature Poodle     Field Spaniel versus Shiloh Shepherd     Field Spaniel versus Boykin Spaniel     Field Spaniel versus Papillon     Field Spaniel versus Alaskan Malamute     Field Spaniel versus Greyhound     

    Conclusion: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Field Spaniel. 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 Field Spaniel better suits you and your family.