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Name	Otterhound	English Setter	Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origins	England	England	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Otter Dog	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Chesapeake Chessie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Otterhound or English Setter or English Setter? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight comparison:	66-115 pounds (30-52 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 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?	90.5 pounds (41 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever height comparison:	24-26 inches (60-65 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 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?	25 inches (62.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$400-$600	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever trainability comparison.	Otterhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Happy Protective Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever social needs comparison:	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Otterhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Otterhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health problems comparison:	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Otterhound, English Setter and Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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. See more.	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.

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever energy level comparison:	Otterhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Otterhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Otterhound 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 dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever coat comparison:	Rough Waterproof	Feathered	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Otterhound, English Setter and Chesapeake Bay Retriever color?	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Brown Deadgrass Light Sedge
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Otterhound or English Setter or {name3 shedding:	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Otterhound dogs are generally with other pets.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Otterhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Otterhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Setter 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 good for the first-time owners: Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Yes Otterhound 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.	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 Otterhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Setter 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?	Otterhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Otterhound or English Setter or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Yes Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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.

Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Otterhound and English Setter and Chesapeake Bay Retriever have?	4-7 puppies	4-6 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Otterhound vs English Setter vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Unknown	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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