Confident
Intelligent
Territorial
Dominant
Obedient

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Devoted
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Optimistic

Choose a Boerboel if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Chatham Hill Retrievers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Mastiff, Rottweiler, Great Dane

Flat Coated Retriever, Cocker Spaniel

American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1820s

Unknown

A Boerboel can have a litter of 10-12 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 Chatham Hill Retriever can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Boerboels have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Chatham Hill Retrievers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Histiocytosis

Ear Infections
Conjunctivitis
Parasites

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear

Eye
Knee
Heart
Hips
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Boerboels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Chatham Hill Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Boerboel has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Chatham Hill Retriever has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Boerboels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chatham Hill Retrievers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Boerboels have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boerboel dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

The Boerboel is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Chatham Hill Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Chatham Hill Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Boerboels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Chatham Hill Retrievers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Boerboels are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chatham Hill Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Boerboels are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Boerboels are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Boerboels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Boerboels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Boerboels are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.