Chesapeake Bay retriever is a hunting dog. Many owners claim that it is the best of all duck retrievers, especially in cold, rough waters. It has a thick, oily coat that sheds water. The dog has unusual endurance and has fine working qualities in water and in the field. Males stand 23 to 26 inches (58 to 66 centimeters) high at the shoulder, and weigh 65 to 80 pounds (29 to 36 kilograms). Most Chesapeakes range from dark brown to pale tan in color. See also Retriever.
