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The New Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever

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Buy this book before you buy a Chesapeake
Eastern Waters Owner
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are Fun, but They are also Lots of Work
The New Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever
A 'Must-Have' For Bay Shoppers

The New Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Janet Horn , and Daniel Horn
Manufacturer: Howell Books
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The Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever

ASIN: 0876050992

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Buy this book before you buy a Chesapeake.......2007-01-11

I have browsed this book and if you are thinking about getting a Chesapeake you should buy this book first. It will cover many of the things I mention here in greater detail. Many people have bought Chesapeake Bay Retrievers without doing enough research and then gotten rid of their "problem" dogs. In almost all cases "the problems" were caused by the owners because they did not understand the requirements of this breed.

I have owned and trained my Chesapeakes for over 12 years now and I can tell you that they are a wonderful and unique breed. There is no other breed with the qualities of a Chesapeake. They are very intelligent, extremely loyal and dedicated to their masters, great with kids (if raised with them) and love to be part of the family, have unbelievable determination and will, and in many ways have almost human like personalities. For these reasons and others, Chesapeake Bay Retrievers make absolutely wonderful companions.

However, as Chesapeake breeders will tell you, these dogs are not for everyone. Their intelligence and energy requires a need for daily activity that challenges them physically and mentally and that is rewarding to them. They thrive when given what they interpret as a problem to solve. They respond much better to praise then they do discipline. Robotic methods of training don't work as well on Chesapeakes and for that reason many pro trainers won't train a Chesapeake because they think they are too stubborn or just dumb.
This is rarely true, but it takes a strong commitment on the owners part to provide the dog with an environment in which it thrives. Chesapeakes have a lot of self-pride and if you try to force them to do something against their will, they may often resent you and become uncooperative.

Chesapeakes love to swim, retrieve, play, hunt, or just show off their physical strength and stamina by lifting large logs and rocks out of the water for hours on end. If not given the proper physical and mental outlets a Chesapeake bores very quickly and can become destructive and depressed. For these reasons Chesapeakes do not like being left alone in a kennel for hours. Being part of the family is very important to them and they love attention. They are fine in the house but need a large fenced yard also. Again, if they are ignored or neglected, they will resent you and it will lead to destructive behavior or depression.

Other things to consider:
They are protective of their home and family and may bark at strangers. They are not naturally agressive towards strangers or other dogs, but if their protective side is overly encouraged, or if they are taunted, they could become that way.

They shed. A lot. Nuff said.
They eat a lot so they poop a lot. Nuff said.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a very special breed and they make great family dogs and excellent hunting dogs. But they require a patient but dominant personality in their owner, training adjusted to the Chesapeakes personality with lots of positive reinforcement, love and respect as part of the family, room to run, and lots of happy and rewarding activity. If you feel you can fullfill and commit to these needs, then a Chesapeake Bay Retriever may be the right dog for you.

Eastern Waters Owner.......2006-08-07

I bought this book through Janet Horn, our dog's (Timothy Scott)beeder before she passed away.I feel Janet's insight into a Chessie's personality to be dead on.She really loved her dogs (Her home in New Jersey was filled with Chessie's) with all her heart .When I visited her the day we bought our dog I could feel that knowledge as she advised me on what to do with our dog.He is a shining example of what a Chesapeake should be- so are his puppies!Buy this book!

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are Fun, but They are also Lots of Work.......2006-02-27

This book is very thorough and complete, covering all aspects of this breed of dog, from buying a new puppy, to training, to grooming and preparing for a dog show. If you're intrigued by this breed of dog, just keep in mind that this is a very active breed of dog, and its activity level can drive some people bonkers! This book is quick to point out this fact, and it is an important one to consider.

I'm happy with my Chesapeake Bay Retriever, but he can be quite a handful at times. My dog, through daily spoiling, weighs around 90 pounds, which is about 15 pounds larger than the average male of this breed. He isn't fat, just more muscular than average, which makes him even more fun to handle. What this book says about this breed is pretty accurate, based on my personal experience. These dogs are hearty, active, and have unique personalities. One needs to keep these facts in mind before making this breed a member of one's home.

If you are interested in knowing more about this breed of dog, then this is an excellent book to buy. It will quickly familiarize you with the basics of this breed, and let you know what you can expect if you decide to add a Chesapeake Bay Retriever to your household.

The New Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever.......2005-09-03

Very informative book for new (and old) chessie owners.

A 'Must-Have' For Bay Shoppers.......2000-03-14

When I was in the market for a medium to large sized sporting dog, I began to research dogs such as the Chesapeake Bay retriever and of course the Golden and Yellow retriever. My search led me closer to the Bay retriever because of 2 reasons: athletic ability and intelligence.

Upon closer scrutiny I soon discover from 'The New Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever' that indead this was the superior choice over all other retrievers. The book explains that the Bay retiever is less popular than other retrievers simply because not many people have heard of this American breed. And as a benefit, over breeding has not occured with the Bay retriever. Hunters prefer the Bay over other bird dogs due to their undistracted committment to retrieve. As a family dog, they are gentle and stoic enough never to over react or bark in any situation

The book was a terrific guide for shopping for a pup and especially for raising and field training the dog as a hunter or as champion show dog.

My dog is a family pet and I owe plenty to this book for guiding me logically with the raising, training and breeding of my dog.

I discovered later that my dog's ancestry is mentioned in the book. His grandparents are previous champs and are showcased through out 'The New Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever'.

'The New Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever' is thorough, logical and very acurate with selecting, raising, and training the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series)

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Chesapeake Bay Retriever (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series)
Nona Kilgore Bauer
Manufacturer: Kennel Club Books
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ASIN: 1593783388

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Once known as the Chesapeake Bay Ducking Dog and the Gunpowder River Dog, today's Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a strong, powerfully built hunting dog, capable of retrieving waterfowl under the most adverse water and weather conditions. Developed in the State of Maryland, the Chessie, as his many fans call him, delights owners with his non-stop work ethic, which is only matched by his dynamic personality and desire to please his owner. Whether a family is seeking a hunting dog, home companion or watchdog, the Chessie proves to be a fabulous, even "ducky," choice.

Written by well-respected American retriever authority and breeder, Nona Kilgore Bauer, this book provides the much needed, up-to-date information about the breed, from its origins on the Maryland shores, to its breed characteristics, both positive and negative, and breed standard, as well as discussion of puppy selection, feeding, health care and behavior. New owners will welcome the author's advice about housebreaking and obedience training the brilliant, if somewhat stubborn, Chessie.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers (Complete Pet Owner's Manuals)

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Great Chessie Book!
Good Chessie information; more specific to the breed

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers (Complete Pet Owner's Manuals)
DVM, Dan Rice
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These hardy and energetic working bird dogs are generally good-natured companions and children's pets. This volume is filled with handsome, full-color photos, instructive line art, and easy-to-read tables and charts. It provides information on all aspects of pet care for new and prospective pet owners. Paperback / 80 Pages / 6 1/2 x 7 7/8 / 1999

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Great Chessie Book!.......2001-09-09

I realy thought that this book was a great source of information! It told you how to groom and care for your chesepeake. It also said alot about where and how the breed originated. It is realy good for new Chessie owners.

Good Chessie information; more specific to the breed.......1999-02-09

This new Barron's paperback is a much better guide to Chessie ownership than the Henschel book. References Chessie's throughout the book. Example: Specific guidelines on how to shop for a Chessie pup - not just pups in general, depending on your need - show, hunt, or companionship. This 100 page book will get you off to a good start, or help explain the Chessie's reputation, help with training, and increase your general understanding of this underappreciated breed. Get it!

Chesapeake Bay Retriever: A Complete and Reliable Handbook (Rx)

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Chesapeake Bay Retriever: Acomplete and reliable handbook RX
Cookie-cutter dog guide book

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Chesapeake Bay Retriever: Acomplete and reliable handbook RX.......2007-04-10

An informitive book about the breed A good book to read before you get this breed of dog

Cookie-cutter dog guide book.......2005-07-13

This author basically wrote about 1/4 of the book about special Chessie features. The rest of the book was cut and paste from any generic dog care/training book. I really found this book of little help and guidance.

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The Complete Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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This book Blew the bag Ha Ha By Steve Austin
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This book Blew the bag Ha Ha By Steve Austin.......1999-05-08

Who ever wants a piece of me will have to tell me so on this web page and thats the bottom line cause Stone Cold said so

A beginner's general dog book; not specific enough on Chessi.......1999-02-09

Although a good, general source of information on dogs, out of the 120 page book, only about 30 pages involve Chessies, specifically. I was disappointed, and would not recommend it, unless the only Chessie book available (which it isn't). Too much advertising specific brand-name products, not enough Chessie stories.

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Chesapeake Bay Retriever calendar 2007.......2007-01-13

Good choice for gift for my son-in-law. He loved it.

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Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 2007 Calendar

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The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a very versatille breed. Shown here at work and at play in these 12 full color photos.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Champion, 2001-2005

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If Scarlett the cover girl bow-wows you, wait until you see the rest of this book!

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Champion, 2001-2005
Jan Linzy , and Sharae Pata
Manufacturer: Camino E E & Book Co
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ASIN: 1558931945

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If Scarlett the cover girl bow-wows you, wait until you see the rest of this book!.......2006-10-05

Wow! What a fantastic book! If you love this breed, you need this book! Up-to-date records enable you to track lineage and accomplishments of current and recent Champions and breed titleholders. Champions are recorded in alphabetical order under both sire and dam, making this reference easy to use. Registration and/or stud book numbers are given for all, as well as whether they produced one or multiple champions. An invalauble tool for breeders and those considering, Chesapeake Bay Retriever Champions offers articles written by some of the top experts in the breed; such as Joanne Silver of Silvercreek Chesapeakes, whose kennel produced the beautiful Scarlett gracing the cover. Full color images by famed dog photographer Dennis Glennon, as well as an article of his on how to photograph puppies, also appear in this book, enhancing not only the volume's appeal, but its collectable value. Be sure to pick up the previous edition as well, featuring 'Am/Can CH Silvercreek I Dream of Jeannie CGC/TDI/BB' on the cover as she appears in Dennis Glennon's popular print "Sedge Huntress, Blue Water" and including Dennis' award-winning article "Capturing The Spirit of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever In Photographs"!

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Poster size 12 x 18 inch imported from Europe.

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