Chesapeake Retrievers

[juxie]

Does anyone on here own one of these dogs? I am considering getting one- but I want to be informed first.

My last experience with dog ownership did not go as planned and ended up with the dog going to live with a very good friend of mine. Granted, my living situation has changed drastically since then and it much more dog friendly I am definitely more prepared this time around- but I would still like some input from other owners. Thanks!

[luvofallhorses]

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chesapeakebay.htm

I LOVE chesapeake bay retrievers. they are great dogs.

Where do you live? I can post some chesapeake bay retrievers for you in your area off of petfinder if you'd like.

[pessimisaurus]

Ive met a number of them, but never owned one myself. the major caution about the breed is that they are *extremely* high energy- 10 times worse than a lab. they are gorgeous though and the ones Ive met have been really cool dogs.

[juxie]

I live in southwest Nova Scotia. I have been looking on petfinder as well- I found a breeder who lives about 4 hours away. I may be going to have a look at some pups this weekend

[Kalei]

Wow that is great! Retrievers are always so pretty and they always have a great energy level If you get one you certainly should post some great pics!

[applesmom]

My daughter had two chessies. Though they can be awsome pets, chessies can be a little more hard headed than some of the other retreiving breeds. They tend to become a "one man" or "one family" dog if not properly socialized.

Here's a link to the parent club that might provide helpful information.

American Chesapeake Club

[elizabethann]

Fenway goes to DDC with one. He is a big ol lug. For some reason, he's afraid of doors though. But he is so gentle that they put him in with the puppies and small dogs. I just love him to pieces though.

Good luck.

[Husky15]

Chesapeakes are gorgeous dogs. Good luck! And if you do get one then I can't wait to see pics.

[juxie]

Thanks for the info guys

My bf really wants a Siberian Husky- so we'll see who wins out on this one

[sumbirdy]

I used to own one. His name was Taxi but I wasn't old enough to really know a lot about the breed (and my parents took care of him)