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- Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle: Overview
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle
- Lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle
- Price of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Price of Puggle
- Adopting the Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Adopting the Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle
- Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed more than Puggles?
- Which one drools more, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Puggle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Puggle?
- Does the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs. Puggle
- Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Puggle?
- Are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Puggles?
- Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle 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 Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle 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 Puggle. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle.
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 Puggle.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle: Overview
A very important difference between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Puggle 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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Puggle 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle
| Factor | Chesapeake Bay Retriever | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the s | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 80 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1060 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $850 – $1200 | $995 – $1400 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 Puggle. 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 the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is 65 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. So, you should get the Puggle!
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 Puggle 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 Puggle
Below is a list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Puggle.
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, Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle
The lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
Puggles live longer than Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
Price of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Price of Puggle
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 Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Puggle is more expensive than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.
| Chesapeake Bay Retriever | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1060 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $850 to $1200 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies or how many Puggle 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 Puggles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy or the Puggle 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Adopting the Puggle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and many Puggles are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Dundee that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chesapeake Bay Retrievers like Dundee on pefinder.com.
Also, like Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Hamlet is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Hamlet that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Koki is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Puggles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed more than Puggles?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Puggle
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers drool moderately.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Puggle?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Does the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Puggles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs. Puggle
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Puggle?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not get along well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Puggles?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are fairly easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Puggle?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Puggles are very good for new dog owners.
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 Puggle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puggle 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 Puggle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Affenhuahua Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Norwegian Lundehund Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Golden Retriever Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Shiloh Shepherd Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Dogue de Bordeaux Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Westiepoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Scottish Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Keeshond Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Australian Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus American Staffordshire Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Bracco Italiano Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Maremma Sheepdog Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Skye Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Miniature Poodle Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Tibetan Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Bulldog Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Doberman Pinscher Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Stabyhoun Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Cockalier Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Shih Tzu Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Mountain Cur Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Cocker Spaniel Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Finnish Spitz Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Mudi
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Dogue de Bordeaux Puggle versus Beagle Puggle versus Pug Puggle versus Lowchen Puggle versus Dutch Shepherd Puggle versus Schnoodle Puggle versus Estrela Mountain Dog Puggle versus Finnish Lapphund Puggle versus Lakeland Terrier Puggle versus English Springer Spaniel Puggle versus Weimaraner Puggle versus Sloughi Puggle versus Border Terrier Puggle versus Black and Tan Coonhound Puggle versus Bulldog Puggle versus Portuguese Water Dog Puggle versus Border Terrier Puggle versus Cockalier Puggle versus Shih Tzu Puggle versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Puggle versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Puggle versus Cairn Terrier Puggle versus Tibetan Terrier Puggle versus Coton de Tulear Puggle versus Shih Tzu
Conclusion: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Puggle. 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 Puggle better suits you and your family.