FCI #263 · Group 8

Chesapeake Bay Retriever (FCI #263)

Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 263, Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1995-02-14.

FCI #263Group 8: Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water DogsStatus: definitive
Chesapeake Bay Retriever — Key Facts
Breed NameChesapeake Bay Retriever (Chesapeake Bay Retriever)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #263
Group / CategoryGroup 8 — Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1995-02-14
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #263 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #263

Chesapeake Bay Retriever — Standard & Care

Cooperative gundogs and water retrievers known for soft-mouth retrieval, biddability, and weather-resistant coats.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 263 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Chesapeake Bay Retriever

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Español (ES)Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Deutsch (DE)Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Français (FR)Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Português (PT-BR)Chesapeake Bay Retriever
FAQ

FAQ — Chesapeake Bay Retriever

What is the official FCI standard number for Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

Chesapeake Bay Retriever (Chesapeake Bay Retriever) is registered under FCI Standard #263 in Group 8 (Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeder or national club?

Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/en/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.

Official Sources & Provenance Verified: 2026-11-06

Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.