Basset Fauve de Bretagne
VS
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Compare Basset Fauve de Bretagne and Chesapeake Bay Retriever side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
32 – 38 cm
53 – 66 cm
Weight
15 – 15 kg
25 – 36 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 14 years
10 – 13 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Great with kids
Medium
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Cheerful, energetic French scent hound with a low, sturdy build and rough golden‑red coat. Friendly and affectionate, good with children and dogs but strong prey drive. Intelligent yet independent; needs patient training, ample exercise, and regular but simple grooming.
About Chesapeake Bay Retriever
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a strong American waterfowl retriever with a muscular build and oily, wavy brown double coat for cold waters. Loyal and reserved, it bonds closely with family, needs firm, fair training, and high daily exercise, and is generally robust but prone to joint and eye issues.
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