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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chesapeake or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Laverack? Find the right dog for you

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Name Chesapeake Bay Retriever German Shorthaired Pointer English Setter
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chesapeake
Chessie
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Large Large
Medium
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter weight comparison:
Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 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: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter height comparison:
Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $600-$800 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter intelligence:
Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter trainability comparison.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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English Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? 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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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Quiet
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter?
Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter social needs comparison:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Setter 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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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter playfulness comparison:
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The English Setter is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter?
Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter 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.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: English Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
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.
English Setter 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter mouthiness comparison:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter?
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The English Setter 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: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
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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.
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer and English Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter energy level comparison:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
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. 4 to 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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter coat comparison:
Waterproof Dense Feathered
Colors
What are the original Chesapeake Bay Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer and English Setter color?
Brown
Deadgrass
Light
Sedge
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter?

Medium

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

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chesapeake Bay Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter?
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter?
Yes
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Setter 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 Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Setter 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 Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or English Setter? 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.

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 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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter?

Yes

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

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Setter 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and English Setter have?
7-9 puppies 7-12 puppies 4-6 puppies

Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Setter 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 1930 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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