Outercoat is thick, short and harsh.
Undercoat is wooly, fine and dense.
Origin
In the fall of 1807, an English
ship wrecked off the coast of Maryland. Two Newfoundlands were on board
and survived. They were given to a local family and were mated with retrievers
to produce the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. They were used primarily for
hunting and retrieving ducks in the Chesapeake Bay.
Description
This intelligent, loving breed
makes an excellent family pet and is good with children. They can get
along with other dogs and pets provided that they are socialized at an
early age. They are prone to chasing smaller animals and might chase smaller
pets in the house. They are very headstrong yet trainable, so early obedience
training is recommended. They need to know who is charge or they will
be than happy to take charge themselves. They need plenty of room to run
and play and enjoy regular exercise. They are not meant to be inside all
day. They make great hunting companions and enjoy tracking and retrieving.
Health
An overall healthy breed. Some
eye problems and problems with hip dysplasia.
