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Name	Briard	Otterhound	Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origins	France	England	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeds.	Berger Briard Berger De Brie	Otter Dog	Chesapeake Chessie
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	75 pounds (35 kg)	66-115 pounds (30-52 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?	75 pounds (35 kg)	90.5 pounds (41 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm)	24-26 inches (60-65 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)	25 inches (62.5 cm)	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1200	$500-$600	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is easiest to train?	Briard dogs are easy to train. See more.	Otterhound 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 Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is most alert?	Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is most protective?	Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable	Happy Protective Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Otterhound dogs are less 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: Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever social needs comparison:	Briard dogs are a social breed. See more.	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. 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?	Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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?	Briard 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.	Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Briard barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Otterhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?	Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Otterhound 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Briard dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?	Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Otterhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Otterhound 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

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?	The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health problems comparison:	No data available	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is most active?	Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Otterhound 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 Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.	Otterhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Otterhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. 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
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which needs most food?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. What colors are available?	Black Gray Tawny	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten	Brown Deadgrass Light Sedge
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of 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
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which drools least?	The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Rough Waterproof	Waterproof
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Briard or Otterhound or {name3 shedding:	Briard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is best with kids?	Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Briard dogs are generally with other pets.	Otterhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Otterhound 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	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 Briard or Otterhound or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards other 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: Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Otterhound 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 Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Otterhound 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?	Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.	Otterhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?	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
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has most military use?	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.

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has most puppies?	8-10 puppies	4-7 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. What's recommended?	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.

Briard vs Otterhound vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Briard, Otterhound, and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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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