Breed Standards for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever
General Appearance:
Slightly longer than tall, with its hindquarters as high, or higher, than its forequarters
Head:
Broad round skull with medium stop; Eyes amber; Hindquarters as high or slightly higher than shoulder;
Tail:
Straight or slightly curved
Color:
Any color of brown, sedge, or dead grass
Size:
Weight: male: 65-80 lb; female: 55-70 lb
Height: male: 23-26”; female: 21-24”
Coat:
It is rendered virtually waterproof by virtue of its oily, harsh outer coat and dense wooly undercoat.
Temperament:
Loves to swim and retrieve.