Chesapeake Bay Retriever

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a breed of dog belonging to the Retriever, Gundog, and Sporting
breed groups.
Members of the breed may also be referred to as a Chessie, CBR, or Chesapeake.
The breed was developed in the United States Chesapeake Bay area during the 1800's. Historically used by area market hunters to retrieve waterfowl, it is primarily a family pet and hunting companion. It is a medium to large sized dog, similar in appearance to the Labrador Retriever. They are aptly described as having a bright and happy disposition, courage, willingness to work, alertness, intelligence, and love of  water as some of their characteristics.

Nicknames : Chessie, CBR, Chesapeake
Country of origin : United States of America
 

Weight

Male : 65 to 80 lb (29 to 36 kg)Female : 55 to 70 lb (25 to 32 kg)

Height

Male : 23 to 26 in (58 to 66 cm)Female :21 to 24 in (53 to 61 cm)

Coat : A defining characteristic of the breed is the texture of the double-coat

Color : Any color of brown, sedge, or deadgrass with limited white spots

Life span : 10 to 13 years