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Name	Brittany	Blue Heeler	Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origins	France	Australia	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Chesapeake Chessie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Blue Heeler? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$700-$800	$400-$800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever intelligence:	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever trainability comparison.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Happy Protective Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Blue Heeler and Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Chesapeake Bay Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever energy level comparison:	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Brittany, Blue Heeler and Chesapeake Bay Retriever color?	White Orange Liver Roan	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Brown Deadgrass Light Sedge
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Brittany or Blue Heeler or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Brittany and Blue Heeler and Chesapeake Bay Retriever have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	1-7 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Brittany vs Blue Heeler vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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