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Name	Chesapeake Bay Retriever	German Shepherd	Rhodesian Ridgeback
Origins	United States	Germany	Zimbabwe
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds.	Chesapeake Chessie	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 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)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback height comparison:	Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$600	$800-$2000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is easiest to train?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most alert?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most protective?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback? Compare temperaments.	Happy Protective Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Quiet	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous
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. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd 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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most playful?	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.	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 German Shepherd indoors.	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which uses mouth most during play?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has fewer health issues?	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Cerebellar Abiotrophy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which breed is most active?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. What colors are available?	Brown Deadgrass Light Sedge	Black Tan Red Silver	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which drools least?	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof	Fuzzy	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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.	8-12 weeks Very 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best with kids?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has most military use?	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 German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has most puppies?	7-9 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	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 Related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shepherd, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. Which has most recognition?	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 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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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