How tall is a Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

An adult Chesapeake Bay Retriever stands about 25 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Chesapeake Bay Retriever considered a large dog?

Yes — at 25" / 73 lb, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #57 tallest.

How does a Chesapeake Bay Retriever compare to a person?

At 25" tall, a Chesapeake Bay Retriever stands about 39% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size Compared to a Person

A Chesapeake Bay Retriever stands 25″ at the shoulder and weighs about 73 lb — that puts it at 39% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #57 by shoulder height and falls into the large-breed size class (Large breeds, 23–27").

Chesapeake Bay Retriever next to a person at scale — 25-inch shoulder height, 73 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Chesapeake Bay Retriever at 25″ / 73 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Chesapeake Bay Retriever compares

	Chesapeake Bay Retriever	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	25″	64″	-39″
Weight	73 lb	135 lb	-62 lb

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About the Chesapeake Bay Retriever

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever, affectionately called the Chessie, is a powerful and distinctly American sporting breed developed along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland. Bred to retrieve ducks from the icy waters of the Bay, Chessies have a unique oily, waterproof coat, a strong muscular build, and an intense drive to work. They are tough, resilient, and deeply loyal dogs with a proud working heritage.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Large size class with shoulder height closest to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.

Alaskan Malamute — 25″ / 85 lb (same height)
American English Coonhound — 25″ / 55 lb (same height)
Belgian Malinois — 25″ / 70 lb (same height)
Belgian Shepherd — 25″ / 65 lb (same height)
Belgian Tervuren — 25″ / 65 lb (same height)
Bluetick Coonhound — 25″ / 68 lb (same height)
Briard — 25″ / 78 lb (same height)
Bullmasador — 25″ / 100 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Chesapeake Bay Retriever?: An adult Chesapeake Bay Retriever stands about 25 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Chesapeake Bay Retriever considered a large dog?: Yes — at 25" / 73 lb, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #57 tallest.
How does a Chesapeake Bay Retriever compare to a person?: At 25" tall, a Chesapeake Bay Retriever stands about 39% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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