We had a Chesapeake growing up and she lived to 12 or 13. She was extremely protective of us and the house, when she came unglued it was something to see! They also have the potential to be pretty dog aggressive if not socialized enough at a young age. Great breed for a dedicated owner, they are no labrador lol.
As a Chesapeake owner I can say most of this is true. Except the fact about them not making good watchdogs. That is not true these dogs make great guard dogs as it was bred into them. Another thing to mention is Chesapeake’s are one of the few dogs that show there teeth when there nervous or guilty. Also known as the chessie Smile
Kevin Wood as a chessie owner, I can tell you that our kid jade was only at guard between 9am to 8 pm. When it came time to go upstairs and go to bed. Wanna rob me, show after 10 and she’d grump because you bothered her. Miss our girl. 😞
I have had 8 chessies. As far as health, I’d say they’re above average for large breeds. Mine have lived 10-14 years so far. And they are very protective of their people and home. Consistent training and adequate exercise will be important. Amazing breed.
Man...IDK...we've had nothing but Chessies for the past 25 years. Different breeders but always quality stock. Generally live between 10 and 13 years. They're great with kids and family, but make no mistake about it...they're strong protectors of their family and their home. I would consider them very good guard dogs and protectors. Also, it goes without saying that exercise and activity is always best, but I really believe that the emphasis on physical activity with this breed is exaggerated. Everywhere I read and everything I hear makes it sound as though you need to be a triathlete to be a good owner. That's just not true. These dogs are great dogs...great pets...and even better companions.
Phattygoodness I agree with you. Was surprised when he said that they don’t guard their property. It’s literally one of the things they were originally bred for.
I’d agree. My chessie was my favorite dog ever. They love 2 things. Owner and job. Mine didn’t have much to do with anyone but me except when I wasn’t around. They are very loyal. They can also be very hardheaded. Owner can’t be a pushover or you’ll have and out of control dog.
Hey man was surprised by you saying not good guard dogs, because they absolutely are. And even possessive if you allow it. I'm sure there are many that are very chill but as far as overall breed they are good guard dogs
Intentional or not, this video is comedic genius 👍🐾🥰. Hubby had a Chessie and yes, he lived in Maryland at the time and was an avid fisherman (as a hobby) at the time. Her name was Penny and she loved the water and he took her everywhere including OBX.
Mixed opinion about this video. We've had our Chessie since he was a pup. He's 6 now. We put the time in early with training and socialization. These dogs aren't just like other retrievers. The saying goes "You tell a Golden, you ask a Lab, ....you negotiate with a Chessie". He's a sweetheart, but also is protective of us and himself. He's smart and learns quickly. He loves to train, but as is the case with the breed, he can be stubborn and driven. If he's anywhere near water, he's going in. He'll outrun or outswim any dog to get to a ball or stick and he can be possessive of them. This is a great breed, but they need training and a confident master early on. They have a lot of energy when young and will test you. If you put in the work, you'll have a unique and wonderful dog with this breed. We're very happy with our boy.
100% agree. Have had five of them thought-out my life. Amazing, wonderful dogs but NOT easy and not for first time dog owners or for people unwilling to do a fair amount of training.
My Chessie is 13 ,and has tremendous loyalty towards our family.Excellent guard dog.He's my boy,he has separation anxiety x10. I wouldn't trade him for the world
I thought my dog was a pushover till kids came here an squealed playing. Immediately she checked out if the kids were ok. Barked at strange vehicle coming in the driveway. Very very lovey. Herds the cats , grooms them too. Cheese smile will melt your heart. A little stubborn ,nothing intolerable though.
If you are thinking about a Chessie you need to do your homework first. This dog is not for everyone and absolutely needs a "job" because they get bored easily. They must get exercise every day and not a walk around the block on a leash. Incredible smart, mine actually learned to turn the faucet on in the bathroom when he wanted a drink. Lastly they are a one man dog and are aloof with most people and other dogs. This is not a Lab so if you are thinking about a Lab vs Chessie I would say go with the Lab. I duck hunted with mine and when he brought back a duck, I was the only person that could take the duck from him. It was his duck and no one dared touch it. As for socialization they need a ton of it. I took mine everywhere including work every day so that he got used to people and different situations. He was a terrible resource guarder and once he had something, anything, it was his. Despite all my best efforts he retained that unfortunate trait until the day he died. As for a family dog I am on the fence about this. I really dont think they are a good choice if you have little kids around. They tend to dominate and if you dont assert yourself as pack leader they will take over at the top. They do not have the happy go lucky, tail wagging personality of a Lab. Like I said they are aloof and indifferent to most other dogs and people. Please do your homework befkre you get one. Go look at Chesapeake Bay Retriever relief and rescue so you can see how many dogs have different issues. All that said I would get another one in a heartbeat but am getting too old for a puppy. P.S. one last thing, mine smelled like hell all the time. Some of them can have a really bad odor, its just the way they are. The only time be ever smelled good was after e went to the groomer, but once he got wet, he reeked again, and you cant wash these dogs too frequently as it will take all the oil out of his coat.
One last thing, my guy was completely house trained in less than a week. I took him outside every 2 hours for the whole week and he caught right on. Never once had an accident in the house. I was about dead after the week but it was worth it.
I have no idea what you're talking about. My dogs have always been friendly and happy-go-lucky with people they knew and people that approached them with a smile. 6 of them over 25 years. Some were friendlier than others, but none were ever problems...all were males. They're no different than people in that respect. The only times they ever smelled was after getting wet. Our children have grown up with them and without any problems. He protects our family from unknown visitors. He patrols our property and chases away the uninvited wildlife like deer and bear...because it's his yard.
Man, you may not be dyslexic but sure as hell have ADHD!!:-D BTW, these are EXCELLENT guard dogs. Super protective. Hard to train. They are NOT friendly - especially with strangers.
@JACKSON BORDES hehe! Most people are scared of mine too. Most be his serious face, amber eyes, and his 115 lbs. When we show off his pictures nobody says "how cute!!"
Did they bite people? How did it do if you wanted to have parties or cookouts with friends coming over? Mine would have to be put away due to aggression towards strangers.
This guy completely missed the mark. Has he ever owned a CBR? They are VERY one family oriented and can be extremely good watch dogs. They often do NOT trust strangers and if their family feels threatened they will often be aggressive protecting their family. They were used by duck hunters on the Chesapeake Bay to retrieve and protect their hunters ducks. Additionally they are bull headed and stubborn and very smart. If an owner does not get the upper hand on a Chessie and let them know they are the leader of the pack it will be disastrous. Unfortunately many people see them as a different looking lab and they are not. Hence there are many in rescue programs.
They were actually bred to guard the catch. They still have it in them more or less. Definitly a nice dog with the family but you make it sound like they’re as people-friendly as a lab wich is usually not the case. /Chessie owner
I have two chassis and they bark at every person. Don't get me wrong they're both very sweet to my family and I but they are definitely not "friendly". with strangers
Mine loved my family and kids. But if he didn’t know you when you showed up, he’d bite whoever walked in. That’s the only time he wouldn’t listen to a command from me is chasing an animal or dog, or lunging at a stranger at the door. It was stressful. Great dog otherwise and I miss him. He passed after 10.5 years
You're insane if you say they aren't protective. They are an extremely protective dog. Love their family unconditionally, but any strangers are greeted with great suspicion when entering their territory. Will bark and I have no concerns of an intruder with a chessie in the house. We had five of them over the course of my childhood. They are also incredibly, unbelievably stubborn. Not a dog for a first time dog owner at all.
When you speak about temperment........ Some are a one person dog, some dont like outsiders and some are over protetctive. I am on 3 and 4 right now. I think i have had just about all the different types of Chessies....... They are not easy to train either so you need to work at it. But once it sticks, they will never forget it. :)
I had a chessie when I was a kid and I loved her. Unfortunately, I was the only one in the house that she liked. She was weird with pretty much every one else in the house and my parents made me give her away. It was one of the hardest things I had to do, but it was the best thing for her. The family she went to was a family that raised several chessies in the past and had a better handle on how to train her.
Yep! That's what Chessies are. Protective, aggressive, very strong, very manipulative and very loyal. I've had 6 since 1993 and when I first learned about them I was told they are the pit bull of the retriever world. That is a perfectly accurate description. This guy has no idea what he is talking about in this video.And his CBR is fat. Cute, barely looks like a Chessie, but fat.
Had one as a kid and they can be black too. Ours was black in for the most part. But during hit summers she would get a brown tint. But she was an excellent guard dog. If she didn't know you, you weren't coming on the yard. But she was good with other dogs, she would growl and put her hackles up against a dog off leash though. Very sweet overall though and load of fun. Not hard to train, but also very independent minded, if she really wanted to do something, she did. Had bad hips after 10 years old, made it to 13.
The breeder I got my chessie from said..... You train a lab with a boot, you train a golden retriever with love and you train a chessie with a 2x4. Which he meant by they're very stubborn and take someone Stern to train them. Low shed you say 😂yeah no lol every chessie I know sheds horribly.
Cool video, but I have to disagree on one point: They are fierce guard dogs. Their temperament is calm, but that is around family and children. The litter I saw (my own dog and his siblings who we visited) did not permit strangers near their home. Also remember: loose skin, coarse hair, stocky build and powerful bite means this dog should be trained to act the way you want. Don't take for granted that the mail man will be treated gently just because the dog is naturally sweet to children.
Agree. Learned this the hard way with mine early on. He passed recently 10.5 years on, but he would bite anyone that showed up to our house that he wasn’t familiar with. We always had to keep him isolated for cookouts or gatherings which sucked because I like having a dog around for social settings too. Also was very stressful when leaving him somewhere when we were out of town. Not sure if he’d end up being aggressive with someone.
Dude if you think a Chessie isn’t a good guard dog and gets along with other dogs then you don’t know the breed. I have been involved with Chessies for over 30 years including rescue and can tell you that they while they often are wonderful dogs, they are a very tough breed and can be quite protective. Most will defend life and property to the death. Sorry but your description of the breed is not accurate.
I have 6 dogs 2 of which are chessies and both of them are extremely stubborn but very protective of us and the other dogs we own but one day my brother and I went for a walk he was walking my little dog ralphie a chihuahua and I was walking drake the chessie and then out of nowhere a german shepherd looking dog came and it started to attack ralphie in a blink of of an eye drake was on the dog chase him off and in one call of his name came running back soooooo the moral of the story drake is a very good dog and I love him he and my other chessie lucy made me fall in love with the breed
WTH??? Not protective? I've had this breed exclusively for 30 years and have friends that own them as well - they are incredibly protective of family and belongings. Part of their job back in the day was protecting the owners property and boat overnight. Protectiveness is one of their most obvious traits.
How loyal are these dogs? My lab is loyal but LOVES other dogs and people so he likes to go and see them and won't want to come back, are chessies less likely to do this and more likely to be the sort of dog that would rather stay with its family and not be bothered by other people and dogs
What a cute and chill dog! How is your shoulder and is there a connection to your broken camera? Thanks again for a fun review and all the various side stories. Would definitely watch a weather forecast with you!
Your description of a chessie is basically the exact opposite of their reputation. Chessie’s did have a lot if gaurd dog bred into them from the gun clubs and market hunters that formed the breed. Modern breeders have worked very diligently to try to breed that out of them. I will agree most are absolutely sweethearts. Not all though.
Chessies are overall very sweet dogs but PLEASE make sure you get them acquainted with other dogs and people at a young age. Even though they are naturally protective, you'll thank me later when your chessie doesn't look like Cujo to your neighbor who's just trying to get the mail.
my chessy was a great guard dog. and he wasn’t we lived on a farm with a main road next to our house. and people would walk up from the jail and ask my dad for a phone call and he’d be going crazy and my dad would just tell him to sit. and he would and he’d be quiet
Lol chessies mainly used as family companions? Dude, you have no idea what you are talking about. Chessies are intense, territorial, energetic, bird getting freaks. There is no question.
We are considering a puppy that's a Chesapeake Bay Retriever crossed with a St. John’s water dog. It will be a family pet and not used for hunting, how will this dog adapt to family life?
ECR! Thank you for the question. That all depends on how active you guys are how much time you have for the dog AND why you are getting this dog. Not trying to be dicky so please know I don’t mean to be condescending but I I would have to know your definition of “family life” as that could vary from family to family. Basically I’ll need all your Social security #s birthdates etc oh pin numbers JUST KIDDING please god don’t send that info I’m kidding but seriously what’s your availability for family/dog time and what type of activity would that be consistently. Many thanks for the support and comment!!
Realize this is 2yrs old but felt the need to inform you with what I have experienced. The chessie is not a border collie or australian sheep dog kind of energy. They can be very chill for long periods of time, but they do need (like most living beings) to be outside and active for at least an hour a day. Especially if you have children to keep them occupied. They will need to be trained (by you if you have the patience or by a pro if you don't want to take the time). They are stubborn and emotional so you have to be careful with how you discipline them. But if you get most of the training right and are consistent, don't physically discipline/beat on them, they will be fine for around the house. Very protective, good around all sorts of animals, good around children, mostly good kind of stubborn, don't tear up too much around the house, realize that they are gluttons (or those I've been around) so be careful with feeding and be consistent.
This dog looks so chubby! Chill dog though. Ha They could swim a lot or you could feed them enough to slow them down..... just kidding of course, my dog was chubby when she got older.
Why does this dog look nothing like any other Chesapeake Bay retriever Ive ever seen? Lol and I was born and raised in Maryland - but I guess I lived "very far" from the ocean as we almost never ate crabs. I think of it being very close to Washington DC and full of government contractors :-P
His dog is a Chesapeake called a dead grass color, it's a sandy Color dog often used to flush wildgame and to swim and retrieve. There is a tiny bit of red in it when wet. I just got my first one in this color, mine were always red previously. She is a fun dog, I got her from a rescue group.
I would say possibly not definitely. Newfounlands are lart of what made the original breed but these dogs tend to want to be the leader of the pack so if the Newfie can submit to the Chessie you might be ok. If not you could have WW 3 on your hands.
Do your research if your considering this breed as it is absolutely no lab. Awesome dogs but they shed for 6 months every 6 months. And they will protect their kids, their people, their home and their yard. Also if not socialized they will shut out strangers. They most likely won't be the aggressors of dogs but they will not hesitate to show who's boss. You as an owner need to be an alfa and not with heavy hands a stern voice will do just great.
The sweet dog is adorable, looks stoned, though hahahaha.....
😂 There is cbd for dogs 🤙 definitely one of us was
“Known for crabs...the types that live in the ocean” 😂
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We had a Chesapeake growing up and she lived to 12 or 13. She was extremely protective of us and the house, when she came unglued it was something to see! They also have the potential to be pretty dog aggressive if not socialized enough at a young age. Great breed for a dedicated owner, they are no labrador lol.
Agreed - the advice in this video is garbage…
As a Chesapeake owner I can say most of this is true. Except the fact about them not making good watchdogs. That is not true these dogs make great guard dogs as it was bred into them.
Another thing to mention is Chesapeake’s are one of the few dogs that show there teeth when there nervous or guilty. Also known as the chessie Smile
Is Denver the famous guilty dog one? I thought she was a lab.
So true. My chessie lived to be 17 and she was super protective and very territorial.
Very true!!! My chessie is very protective of my house! And she does the chessie smile 😍 I love my chess
Kevin Wood as a chessie owner, I can tell you that our kid jade was only at guard between 9am to 8 pm. When it came time to go upstairs and go to bed. Wanna rob me, show after 10 and she’d grump because you bothered her. Miss our girl. 😞
The dog is like, "Who are you even talking to?"
I have had 8 chessies. As far as health, I’d say they’re above average for large breeds. Mine have lived 10-14 years so far. And they are very protective of their people and home. Consistent training and adequate exercise will be important. Amazing breed.
Man...IDK...we've had nothing but Chessies for the past 25 years. Different breeders but always quality stock. Generally live between 10 and 13 years. They're great with kids and family, but make no mistake about it...they're strong protectors of their family and their home. I would consider them very good guard dogs and protectors.
Also, it goes without saying that exercise and activity is always best, but I really believe that the emphasis on physical activity with this breed is exaggerated. Everywhere I read and everything I hear makes it sound as though you need to be a triathlete to be a good owner. That's just not true.
These dogs are great dogs...great pets...and even better companions.
Phattygoodness I agree with you. Was surprised when he said that they don’t guard their property. It’s literally one of the things they were originally bred for.
Phattygoodness I’m leaning toward a Chessie and this video, plus your excellent response, have pretty much helped men make up my mind!
Being an owner myself I completely agree with you.
@@rexhargrove5172 I can assure you that you would never regret the decision!
I’d agree. My chessie was my favorite dog ever. They love 2 things. Owner and job. Mine didn’t have much to do with anyone but me except when I wasn’t around. They are very loyal. They can also be very hardheaded. Owner can’t be a pushover or you’ll have and out of control dog.
I'm obsessed with this dog. I've never heard of the breed but this dog seems like the sweetest. Such funny facial expressions. What a doll.
I had one you could leave the house unlocked she was a great watch dog. They are one tuff dog and show no fear. Very loyal to there owners.
Hey man was surprised by you saying not good guard dogs, because they absolutely are. And even possessive if you allow it. I'm sure there are many that are very chill but as far as overall breed they are good guard dogs
My Chessie was the best dog, I have had. She was loyal, loving and driven to please.
The Chesapeake Bay retriever is actually the most protective in the retriever world
Ryan Pendzik my boy is half Chesapeake/ Rottweiler very protective!
The Rottie half is probably making him a much calmer watch dog.
You don’t know this breed very well. They can be very aggressive and they are definitely protective. Also they live longer then 10 years.
Intentional or not, this video is comedic genius 👍🐾🥰. Hubby had a Chessie and yes, he lived in Maryland at the time and was an avid fisherman (as a hobby) at the time. Her name was Penny and she loved the water and he took her everywhere including OBX.
Active dog breed.. dog sits calmly on sofa with gut out 🤣
i love it
IF you're interested in this breed, talk to a breeder or go to the chesapeake relief and rescue website to learn the actual temperament of this breed.
Agree 100 percent. This dog is not for everyone.
Mixed opinion about this video. We've had our Chessie since he was a pup. He's 6 now. We put the time in early with training and socialization. These dogs aren't just like other retrievers. The saying goes "You tell a Golden, you ask a Lab, ....you negotiate with a Chessie". He's a sweetheart, but also is protective of us and himself. He's smart and learns quickly. He loves to train, but as is the case with the breed, he can be stubborn and driven. If he's anywhere near water, he's going in. He'll outrun or outswim any dog to get to a ball or stick and he can be possessive of them. This is a great breed, but they need training and a confident master early on. They have a lot of energy when young and will test you. If you put in the work, you'll have a unique and wonderful dog with this breed. We're very happy with our boy.
100% agree. Have had five of them thought-out my life. Amazing, wonderful dogs but NOT easy and not for first time dog owners or for people unwilling to do a fair amount of training.
My Chessie is 13 ,and has tremendous loyalty towards our family.Excellent guard dog.He's my boy,he has separation anxiety x10.
I wouldn't trade him for the world
My Dog,"Rebel", just passed away.13 years we had with him.I treasure every one
This dog looks like it ate a fentanyl patch. Least intense chessie I've ever seen.
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I thought my dog was a pushover till kids came here an squealed playing. Immediately she checked out if the kids were ok. Barked at strange vehicle coming in the driveway. Very very lovey. Herds the cats , grooms them too. Cheese smile will melt your heart. A little stubborn ,nothing intolerable though.
Yes, they only live for 9--10 years. I had one, they're excellent dogs 💯❤️
Mine made it to 13 years and 1 month. His sire also lived to 13.
@@tibbydoe That's awesome 🌟
If you are thinking about a Chessie you need to do your homework first. This dog is not for everyone and absolutely needs a "job" because they get bored easily. They must get exercise every day and not a walk around the block on a leash. Incredible smart, mine actually learned to turn the faucet on in the bathroom when he wanted a drink. Lastly they are a one man dog and are aloof with most people and other dogs. This is not a Lab so if you are thinking about a Lab vs Chessie I would say go with the Lab. I duck hunted with mine and when he brought back a duck, I was the only person that could take the duck from him. It was his duck and no one dared touch it. As for socialization they need a ton of it. I took mine everywhere including work every day so that he got used to people and different situations. He was a terrible resource guarder and once he had something, anything, it was his. Despite all my best efforts he retained that unfortunate trait until the day he died. As for a family dog I am on the fence about this. I really dont think they are a good choice if you have little kids around. They tend to dominate and if you dont assert yourself as pack leader they will take over at the top. They do not have the happy go lucky, tail wagging personality of a Lab. Like I said they are aloof and indifferent to most other dogs and people. Please do your homework befkre you get one. Go look at Chesapeake Bay Retriever relief and rescue so you can see how many dogs have different issues. All that said I would get another one in a heartbeat but am getting too old for a puppy. P.S. one last thing, mine smelled like hell all the time. Some of them can have a really bad odor, its just the way they are. The only time be ever smelled good was after e went to the groomer, but once he got wet, he reeked again, and you cant wash these dogs too frequently as it will take all the oil out of his coat.
One last thing, my guy was completely house trained in less than a week. I took him outside every 2 hours for the whole week and he caught right on. Never once had an accident in the house. I was about dead after the week but it was worth it.
Sounds like you had a weird batch of Chessies in your area D.
Or you’re basing your assessment from a very small amount of dogs
I however do appreciate your passion for the breed. Better people be more on the cautious side than not so 👍
I have no idea what you're talking about. My dogs have always been friendly and happy-go-lucky with people they knew and people that approached them with a smile. 6 of them over 25 years. Some were friendlier than others, but none were ever problems...all were males. They're no different than people in that respect. The only times they ever smelled was after getting wet. Our children have grown up with them and without any problems. He protects our family from unknown visitors. He patrols our property and chases away the uninvited wildlife like deer and bear...because it's his yard.
Man, you may not be dyslexic but sure as hell have ADHD!!:-D
BTW, these are EXCELLENT guard dogs. Super protective. Hard to train. They are NOT friendly - especially with strangers.
@JACKSON BORDES hehe! Most people are scared of mine too. Most be his serious face, amber eyes, and his 115 lbs. When we show off his pictures nobody says "how cute!!"
Did they bite people? How did it do if you wanted to have parties or cookouts with friends coming over? Mine would have to be put away due to aggression towards strangers.
This example Chessie is so chill. Ummm, lol, the part about the low battery 😂😂😂
This guy completely missed the mark. Has he ever owned a CBR? They are VERY one family oriented and can be extremely good watch dogs. They often do NOT trust strangers and if their family feels threatened they will often be aggressive protecting their family. They were used by duck hunters on the Chesapeake Bay to retrieve and protect their hunters ducks. Additionally they are bull headed and stubborn and very smart. If an owner does not get the upper hand on a Chessie and let them know they are the leader of the pack it will be disastrous. Unfortunately many people see them as a different looking lab and they are not. Hence there are many in rescue programs.
They were actually bred to guard the catch. They still have it in them more or less. Definitly a nice dog with the family but you make it sound like they’re as people-friendly as a lab wich is usually not the case.
/Chessie owner
Agree with you Astrid.
I have two chassis and they bark at every person. Don't get me wrong they're both very sweet to my family and I but they are definitely not "friendly". with strangers
Lisa Manno i have the same problem with my chessie, he’s very territorial on the leash and in the house, barks at everyone
@@lysol9900 does that mean they're unlikely to go chasing after other people and dogs, meaing they're likely to want to just remain with their owners
Mine loved my family and kids. But if he didn’t know you when you showed up, he’d bite whoever walked in. That’s the only time he wouldn’t listen to a command from me is chasing an animal or dog, or lunging at a stranger at the door. It was stressful. Great dog otherwise and I miss him. He passed after 10.5 years
I will be a lifelong Chesapeake guy, I love their personality and I have been born and raised with them.
They definitely make great Guard dogs in live longer than 10 years
You're insane if you say they aren't protective. They are an extremely protective dog. Love their family unconditionally, but any strangers are greeted with great suspicion when entering their territory. Will bark and I have no concerns of an intruder with a chessie in the house. We had five of them over the course of my childhood. They are also incredibly, unbelievably stubborn. Not a dog for a first time dog owner at all.
When you speak about temperment........ Some are a one person dog, some dont like outsiders and some are over protetctive. I am on 3 and 4 right now. I think i have had just about all the different types of Chessies....... They are not easy to train either so you need to work at it. But once it sticks, they will never forget it. :)
When I was a a baby my first dog was a Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Kelly.
She was originally my Dad's Dog and he used to hunt with her.
Why does this guy look like he's living in a carpark with a carpet
Gooooood dogs!
I had a chessie when I was a kid and I loved her. Unfortunately, I was the only one in the house that she liked. She was weird with pretty much every one else in the house and my parents made me give her away. It was one of the hardest things I had to do, but it was the best thing for her. The family she went to was a family that raised several chessies in the past and had a better handle on how to train her.
I had a Chessie and it was very aggressive and could be mean. This dog can be a handful.
Yep! That's what Chessies are. Protective, aggressive, very strong, very manipulative and very loyal. I've had 6 since 1993 and when I first learned about them I was told they are the pit bull of the retriever world. That is a perfectly accurate description.
This guy has no idea what he is talking about in this video.And his CBR is fat. Cute, barely looks like a Chessie, but fat.
Had one as a kid and they can be black too. Ours was black in for the most part. But during hit summers she would get a brown tint. But she was an excellent guard dog. If she didn't know you, you weren't coming on the yard. But she was good with other dogs, she would growl and put her hackles up against a dog off leash though. Very sweet overall though and load of fun. Not hard to train, but also very independent minded, if she really wanted to do something, she did. Had bad hips after 10 years old, made it to 13.
The breeder I got my chessie from said..... You train a lab with a boot, you train a golden retriever with love and you train a chessie with a 2x4. Which he meant by they're very stubborn and take someone Stern to train them. Low shed you say 😂yeah no lol every chessie I know sheds horribly.
And they shed all year. I love them!
Cool video, but I have to disagree on one point: They are fierce guard dogs. Their temperament is calm, but that is around family and children. The litter I saw (my own dog and his siblings who we visited) did not permit strangers near their home. Also remember: loose skin, coarse hair, stocky build and powerful bite means this dog should be trained to act the way you want. Don't take for granted that the mail man will be treated gently just because the dog is naturally sweet to children.
Agree. Learned this the hard way with mine early on. He passed recently 10.5 years on, but he would bite anyone that showed up to our house that he wasn’t familiar with. We always had to keep him isolated for cookouts or gatherings which sucked because I like having a dog around for social settings too. Also was very stressful when leaving him somewhere when we were out of town. Not sure if he’d end up being aggressive with someone.
We just adopted ani week old puppy that we believe is a Chessie/Plott hound mix. He's beautiful and I want to make sure we train him appropriatly
what is the song that you play? It's stuck in my head
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Dude if you think a Chessie isn’t a good guard dog and gets along with other dogs then you don’t know the breed. I have been involved with Chessies for over 30 years including rescue and can tell you that they while they often are wonderful dogs, they are a very tough breed and can be quite protective. Most will defend life and property to the death. Sorry but your description of the breed is not accurate.
I have 6 dogs 2 of which are chessies and both of them are extremely stubborn but very protective of us and the other dogs we own but one day my brother and I went for a walk he was walking my little dog ralphie a chihuahua and I was walking drake the chessie and then out of nowhere a german shepherd looking dog came and it started to attack ralphie in a blink of of an eye drake was on the dog chase him off and in one call of his name came running back soooooo the moral of the story drake is a very good dog and I love him he and my other chessie lucy made me fall in love with the breed
Can you make a review about the dutch shepherd ??
WTH??? Not protective? I've had this breed exclusively for 30 years and have friends that own them as well - they are incredibly protective of family and belongings. Part of their job back in the day was protecting the owners property and boat overnight. Protectiveness is one of their most obvious traits.
How loyal are these dogs? My lab is loyal but LOVES other dogs and people so he likes to go and see them and won't want to come back, are chessies less likely to do this and more likely to be the sort of dog that would rather stay with its family and not be bothered by other people and dogs
dog looks like it is about to sneeze
What a cute and chill dog! How is your shoulder and is there a connection to your broken camera? Thanks again for a fun review and all the various side stories.
Would definitely watch a weather forecast with you!
adorable doggy
Your description of a chessie is basically the exact opposite of their reputation. Chessie’s did have a lot if gaurd dog bred into them from the gun clubs and market hunters that formed the breed. Modern breeders have worked very diligently to try to breed that out of them. I will agree most are absolutely sweethearts. Not all though.
Chessies are overall very sweet dogs but PLEASE make sure you get them acquainted with other dogs and people at a young age. Even though they are naturally protective, you'll thank me later when your chessie doesn't look like Cujo to your neighbor who's just trying to get the mail.
my chessy was a great guard dog. and he wasn’t we lived on a farm with a main road next to our house. and people would walk up from the jail and ask my dad for a phone call and he’d be going crazy and my dad would just tell him to sit. and he would and he’d be quiet
A little edgy a little aloof but they will protect
The Weather Man of dog reviews
Lol chessies mainly used as family companions? Dude, you have no idea what you are talking about. Chessies are intense, territorial, energetic, bird getting freaks. There is no question.
Dog looks like he did you the last favor.... we are square
Eligh, lasted towards 11 years. Never bit a soul but he sure acared a few people.
Do these dogs shed more or less than gold and lab retriever
They shed all year. Totally different temperament too.
Could you please review the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriver 🐾
My golden retriever turned out to be like the chesapeake.
My sister has one and they are a perfect fit
This retriever looks terminally bored. Mine kept his IQ sharp by outsmarting me at every turn.
St. John's Water dog, yup
We are considering a puppy that's a Chesapeake Bay Retriever crossed with a St. John’s water dog. It will be a family pet and not used for hunting, how will this dog adapt to family life?
ECR! Thank you for the question. That all depends on how active you guys are how much time you have for the dog AND why you are getting this dog. Not trying to be dicky so please know I don’t mean to be condescending but I I would have to know your definition of “family life” as that could vary from family to family. Basically I’ll need all your Social security #s birthdates etc oh pin numbers JUST KIDDING please god don’t send that info I’m kidding but seriously what’s your availability for family/dog time and what type of activity would that be consistently. Many thanks for the support and comment!!
Realize this is 2yrs old but felt the need to inform you with what I have experienced. The chessie is not a border collie or australian sheep dog kind of energy. They can be very chill for long periods of time, but they do need (like most living beings) to be outside and active for at least an hour a day. Especially if you have children to keep them occupied. They will need to be trained (by you if you have the patience or by a pro if you don't want to take the time). They are stubborn and emotional so you have to be careful with how you discipline them. But if you get most of the training right and are consistent, don't physically discipline/beat on them, they will be fine for around the house. Very protective, good around all sorts of animals, good around children, mostly good kind of stubborn, don't tear up too much around the house, realize that they are gluttons (or those I've been around) so be careful with feeding and be consistent.
Gang violence....Maryland is known for Gang violence.
You guys look alike, both have the same facial expressions
She’s way better looking than me
Lol that face
This dog looks so chubby! Chill dog though. Ha They could swim a lot or you could feed them enough to slow them down..... just kidding of course, my dog was chubby when she got older.
Why does this dog look nothing like any other Chesapeake Bay retriever Ive ever seen? Lol and I was born and raised in Maryland - but I guess I lived "very far" from the ocean as we almost never ate crabs. I think of it being very close to Washington DC and full of government contractors :-P
His dog is a Chesapeake called a dead grass color, it's a sandy Color dog often used to flush wildgame and to swim and retrieve. There is a tiny bit of red in it when wet. I just got my first one in this color, mine were always red previously. She is a fun dog, I got her from a rescue group.
I used to have one so adorable!
My Chessy is 9 months she is very good girl best temperament
ya'll are fleeing to canada to get away from trump actually soooooooooooooooooooooo ya love ur videos especially the day in the life style!!
Is Bostonian a good breed for you?............lol
I like that dog
you think one of these dudes would get along with my newfoundland? she needs a swimming companion for the months where i cant go in with her
Absolutely!
I would say possibly not definitely. Newfounlands are lart of what made the original breed but these dogs tend to want to be the leader of the pack so if the Newfie can submit to the Chessie you might be ok. If not you could have WW 3 on your hands.
I disagree Don you are assuming Hayden doesn’t have control of their dog.
her name is pansie because shes so submissive. she submits to toddlers whenever she sees them, i dont think we have to much to worry about.
Chessapeake bay retrievers are the best!!!
I'd say 12 to14 years is more accurate
Do your research if your considering this breed as it is absolutely no lab. Awesome dogs but they shed for 6 months every 6 months. And they will protect their kids, their people, their home and their yard. Also if not socialized they will shut out strangers. They most likely won't be the aggressors of dogs but they will not hesitate to show who's boss. You as an owner need to be an alfa and not with heavy hands a stern voice will do just great.
Can you review the Great Dane????
Song in the intro please?
dude are you screwed up or what? you might tell a chessie what to do,but you end up dealing with them.
Lost me at health issues. Loosing a pet; bad as it is; can't image loosing a pup I'm responsible for just because of bad genetics.
Are chessies hypoallergenic?
No. Mine sheds like crazy.
Mine is 13 years old🥺
Do a review on the Turkish Kangal
Can we get married?
First!
Can we get a bullmastiff review?? :)
The dog looks a bit over weight, but maybe that's just their size.
The camera adds 10lbs 😉
No breed looks better wet!
bro get a 2nd battery
The poor dog looks bored!!
As a Canadian, I think you should keep your mouth shut
Just really bad advice and off-the-mark description with a few things that aren’t untrue… do not rely on this video for advice