Icelandic Sheepdog has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Agile
Cheerful
Alert
Energetic
Inquisitive

Happy
Dominant
Protective
Affectionate
Intelligent
Quiet

Iceland

United States

nordic spitz

Newfoundland dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

874 - 930 AD

1800s

Herding (AKC:2010 & UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1878)
Gundog (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Brown

Brindle
Pied
Silver
Fawn
Black
Gray
Brown
Cream

Brown
Red

Icelandic Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

An Icelandic Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chesapeake Bay Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Dna For Vwd
Physical Examination

Icelandic Sheepdogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Icelandic Sheepdog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Icelandic Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Icelandic Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Icelandic Sheepdog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Icelandic Sheepdog dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Sleeping, Kissing, Barking, Chasing runners, Cuddling, Eating

Walk, Run, Fetch

Icelandic Sheepdogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Icelandic Sheepdog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chesapeake Bay Retriever, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Icelandic Sheepdogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chesapeake Bay Retrievers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Icelandic Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Icelandic Sheepdog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Chesapeake Bay Retriever feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Icelandic Sheepdog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Icelandic Sheepdog is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Icelandic Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Icelandic Sheepdogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Icelandic Sheepdogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Icelandic Sheepdogs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.