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Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brittany or Swamp Poodle or Chesapeake? Find the right dog for you

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Name Brittany Boykin Spaniel Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Chesapeake
Chessie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight comparison:
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 25-40 pounds (11-18 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) 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 15-18 inches (38-46 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) 16.5 inches (42 cm) Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $800-$1000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever intelligence:
Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever trainability comparison.
Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Boykin Spaniel 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.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever social needs comparison:
Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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.
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Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or Boykin Spaniel 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.
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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.
Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
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 Boykin Spaniel 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.
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.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
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 Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
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.
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Boykin Spaniel and Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever energy level comparison:
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Boykin Spaniel 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 Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever coat comparison:
Feathered Feathered Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Brittany, Boykin Spaniel and Chesapeake Bay Retriever color?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Brown Brown
Deadgrass
Light
Sedge
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel 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.
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The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler.
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Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel 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: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Boykin Spaniel 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
Boykin Spaniel 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.
Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Boykin Spaniel vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Boykin Spaniel 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Brittany and Boykin Spaniel and Chesapeake Bay Retriever have?
1-11 puppies, average 6 5-7 puppies 7-9 puppies

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed. 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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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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