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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chesapeake or South African Mastiff or Pit? Find the right dog for you

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Name Chesapeake Bay Retriever Boerboel American Pit Bull Terrier
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States South Africa flagSouth Africa United States flagUnited States
Group Gun Dog Working Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chesapeake
Chessie
South African Mastiff
South African Boerboel
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Large Large
Giant
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or Boerboel? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 154-200 pounds (70-90 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 177 pounds (80 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:
Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm)

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $1500-$2000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier trainability comparison.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train.
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Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Quiet
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Dominant
Territorial
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier 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?
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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Boerboel 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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American Pit Bull Terrier 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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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed.
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Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
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.
American Pit Bull Terrier 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Joint Dysplasia
Vaginal Hyperplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Boerboel and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
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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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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier energy level comparison:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 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? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
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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Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier coat comparison:
Waterproof Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Fine
Colors
What are the original Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Boerboel and American Pit Bull Terrier color?
Brown
Deadgrass
Light
Sedge
Red
Cream
Brown
Tawny
Brindle
Reddish
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or {name3 shedding:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Boerboel dogs shed moderately.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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, Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier?

Medium

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
Yes
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Boerboel or American Pit Bull Terrier? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier?

Yes

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

Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like 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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Yes

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Boerboel and American Pit Bull Terrier have?
7-9 puppies 7-10 puppies 5-8 puppies

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Boerboel vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
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 Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club

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