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Name	Rhodesian Ridgeback	Chesapeake Bay Retriever	Smooth Collie
Origins	Zimbabwe	United States	Scotland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog	Chesapeake Chessie	Short-Haired Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie weight comparison:	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$500-$600	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie trainability comparison.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous	Happy Protective Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Quiet	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie?	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie social needs comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie playfulness comparison:	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie?	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	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.	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 Smooth Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth Collie 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie mouthiness comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an 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.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie?	The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Cerebellar Abiotrophy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Smooth Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie energy level comparison:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. 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.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie coat comparison:	Dense	Waterproof	Dense Thick Flat
Colors What are the original Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Smooth Collie color?	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper	Brown Deadgrass Light Sedge	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie 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, Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie?	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie?	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Yes Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rhodesian Ridgeback or Chesapeake Bay Retriever or Smooth Collie? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie?	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Smooth Collie have?	6-8 puppies	7-9 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Smooth Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US	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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