Written by experienced Chessie owner and author Karen Harris, this truly is a "Complete Guide" to owning a Chesapeake Bay Retriever!Containing answers to all the questions you have (and many you probably havent even known to ask), this book covers everything from selecting the right Chessie for your family to caring for your senior Chessie in their golden years. Topics includeFinding the right breeder or rescueChessie proofing your homeSocialization and TrainingChessies as Hunting dogsNutrition and Health CareDealing with common Chessie behavioral issuesTraveling with a large dogCommon Chessie health issuesSenior Chessie careThe rugged, allAmerican cousin of the more popular Golden and Labrador Retrievers, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is just as intelligent, and athletic as Labs, but can be more focused, more serious, and less playful than its cousins.A protective companion that is eager to please and willing to work hard, Chessies are loyal, confident, and friendly. Bred to help hunters retrieve ducks from the icy waters of the Chesapeake Bay, the Chessie, as it is affectionately called, has one of the most interesting origin stories of all dog breeds. Although still the breed of choice for duck hunters, more and more people are discovering that the superior qualities of the Chessie make them a great family dog.Strong and stout, Chessies have the same compassionate eyes as Labs and Goldens and the same inquisitive ears. Their brown coats are thick, wavy, and oily, ideal...

Binding: Paperback;260 pages; Publisher: LP Media Inc.; Classification: N/A; Weight: 473.8 g; Dimensions: N/A

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