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Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Carriage Dog or Chesapeake?

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Name Dalmatian Chesapeake Bay Retriever
OriginsCroatia flagCroatia United States flagUnited States
Group Companion Dogs Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?
Carriage Dog
Dally
Firehouse Dog
Plum Pudding Dog
Spotted Coach Dog
Dal
Chesapeake
Chessie
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Dalmatian and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Dalmatian and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is heavier?
about 55 pounds (25 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?
about 55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Is a Dalmatian taller than a Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 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: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Dalmatian and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed costs more?
$500-$600 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare training requirements.
Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare alertness levels.
Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.
Dalmatian dogs are average defenders.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Dalmatian and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?
Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Quiet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
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: Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
High: Dalmatian 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
Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever social needs comparison:
Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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? What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian 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? What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?
Dalmatian 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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Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally.
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Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.
The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed.
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The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare living space needs.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.
Dalmatian 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Dalmatian 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.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Dalmatian dogs have a lower 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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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare average lifespans.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.
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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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Dalmatian and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which breed is healthier?
Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Rare
The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Skin Allergies
Iris Sphincter Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare activity levels.
Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian'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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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare daily food needs.
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.
No See more. No See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare breed colors.
Black
White
Brown
Liver
Brown
Deadgrass
Light
Sedge
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.
The Dalmatian 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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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Dalmatian and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare fur types.
Fine Waterproof
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Do Dalmatian dogs shed more than Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs?
Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.
Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Dalmatian or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Can a Dalmatian and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever be friends? Do Dalmatian dogs get along with Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs?
Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Yes
Dalmatian 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
Dalmatian 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?
Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare service capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Dalmatian or a Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.

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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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which has larger litters?
6-9 puppies 7-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Dalmatian vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Dalmatian and Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?
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

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