Welcome to our guide to the Chatham Hill Retriever.
The Chatham Hill Retriever is a mix of two different breeds, the Flat Coated Retriever and the Cocker Spaniel.
The DogExperts.info website aims to ask questions to breeders, vets and experienced owners to get the answers to your most frequently asked questions about the Chatham Hill Retriever breed of dog.
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Why Choose a Chatham Hill Retriever?
What type of owners buy a Chatham Hill Retriever?
What in your opinion are the best things about the Chatham Hill Retriever breed?
Why do you think the Chatham Hill Retriever is special?
What are your favourite things about the Chatham Hill Retriever?
Are you glad you choose to buy a Chatham Hill Retriever and not another breed?
How would you describe the Chatham Hill Retriever temperament?
What advice might you give to people thinking about whether they should buy a Chatham Hill Retriever over other breeds?
History & Origins
What are the history and origins of the Chatham Hill Retriever?
About The Breed
What colors of Chatham Hill Retriever are most popular?
What does the Chatham Hill Retriever look like?
What are the pros/cons of the Chatham Hill Retriever breed?
What can a new owner expect in terms of differences between the Chatham Hill Retriever and other breeds?
Do they attract a lot of interest and curiosity from the public?
What type of typical personality does the Chatham Hill Retriever have?
Is it possible to describe a fairly typical Chatham Hill Retriever?
What is the breed standard/description for the Chatham Hill Retriever?
Were there particular colors people preferred and that maybe you focused on?
Are there any downsides to owning a Chatham Hill Retriever that prospective owners should be aware of?
Is the Chatham Hill Retriever breed of dog suitable for first-time dog owners?
Some breeds can be described as greedy and prone to weight issues, would this apply to the Chatham Hill Retriever?
What are the key differences when compared to other breeds?
Is the Chatham Hill Retriever breed suitable for a person or family that are out at work all day?
Some owners seek a breed suitable for barking and offering a guard dog role – how does the Chatham Hill Retriever match up to that role?
Are there myths about the Chatham Hill Retriever – in other words do new potential owners come to you with misconceptions about this breed?
We asked a number of breeders in the UK and America what essential advice they would give to new owners of Chatham Hill Retriever puppies and this is what they said:
What types of questions do you get once owners get their Chatham Hill Retriever home?
Can you tell us something most owners would not know – tips, secrets etc from your years of experience?
What is the typical temperament of a Chatham Hill Retriever, so people know what to expect from their new pet?
When fully grown how much on average does a Chatham Hill Retriever weigh?
When the Chatham Hill Retriever is full grown in size what is the maximum height and length expected to be?
Is the Chatham Hill Retriever ever crossed or mixed with other breeds of dog?
Does the Chatham Hill Retriever smell or drool a lot?
Do you have a Chatham Hill Retriever growth chart?
What breed group does the Chatham Hill Retriever come under?
What type of coat do they have?
Can they swim?
What does the movement of the tail show, does it mean they are trying to ‘talk to us’ or give us some message?
Suitability
Are there some types of people that you can suggest the Chatham Hill Retriever is not suitable for, perhaps families?
How is the Chatham Hill Retriever with children?
Do you think the Chatham Hill Retriever is suitable for families with young children?
How does the Chatham Hill Retriever get along with other (existing) pets and do you have any tips or advice for new Chatham Hill Retriever owners in terms of successful integration?
Is it better to buy one Chatham Hill Retriever or two?
Should prospective new owners be aware of any differences between males and females?
Would the Chatham Hill Retriever be suitable as a guard dog?
Can I leave my Chatham Hill Retriever during the day while I go to work?
Lifespan
What is the expected average lifespan of the Chatham Hill Retriever?
In terms of life expectancy, how long on average would the Chatham Hill Retriever breed live to?
Food & Diet
Do you have any special feeding routines or diet?
Do you have any feeding advice or brands that you prefer?
How to handle the Chatham Hill Retriever puppy to start off – how much food, what type, how often?
What feeding routines and types of food/supplements do you recommend?
What to buy in terms of equipment? Bowls etc
Do owners need to consider supplements for their Chatham Hill Retriever?
How about for older dogs?
Buying – How Much Do They Cost?
How much did your Chatham Hill Retriever cost to buy?
Can you offer advice to people looking to buy a Chatham Hill Retriever and how much should they spend?
What advice would you offer new Chatham Hill Retriever owners?
What types of people are buying the Chatham Hill Retriever and why?
Where can I buy Chatham Hill Retriever rescue dogs or find a Chatham Hill Retriever for adoption? Please note that buying or searching for a ‘cheap’ Chatham Hill Retriever can be false economy as they may have health issues that cost you far more in the long-term – always buy from a good and responsible breeder!
Do I need public liability insurance or a license?
Puppy
How would you describe the Chatham Hill Retriever puppy to potential new owners?
What types of owners are best suited to owning a Chatham Hill Retriever?
What colors and sizes are most popular?
Are there things new owners do that perhaps frustrate you?
What can people expect when they become a new owner?
What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the Chatham Hill Retriever?
As a Chatham Hill Retriever breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?
Are there specific times of the year that you breed?
Choosing a puppy from a litter, what advice could you offer potential new owners in terms of selecting ‘the one’?
How long does it take to housetrain/potty train a Chatham Hill Retriever?
When can you take them out in public and how do you handle them around other dogs?
Will they run off – when is it safe to let them off the lead?
We invite you to email us your Chatham Hill Retriever’s pictures, in particular we are looking for photos showing Chatham Hill Retriever puppies at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 weeks old as well as early pictures such as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 months old to a year old.
Do they have any nicknames or does the Chatham Hill Retriever have popular names?
If my Chatham Hill Retriever is pregnant what might the litter size be?
Could the Chatham Hill Retriever be dangerous around young children?
Problem Behaviors
How do you deal with a problem barker – any tips and advice to new owners?
How do you prevent a Chatham Hill Retriever biting?
How do you prevent a Chatham Hill Retriever chewing?
How do you stop a Chatham Hill Retriever jumping up?
Does the Chatham Hill Retriever have an issue with excessive digging?
Why does my Chatham Hill Retriever keep growling and barking?
Is there a reason my Chatham Hill Retriever dog is often scratching excessively?
Do they suffer from separation anxiety and how can I prevent this?
Exercise
In comparison perhaps to other breeds what can you say about the Chatham Hill Retriever and their exercise needs and do you have any tips or advice for new Chatham Hill Retriever owners?
As a breeder of the Chatham Hill Retriever , do you prefer a collar or harness?
As an expert of the Chatham Hill Retriever breed do you prefer a standard leash or retractable?
Can you offer any dog walking tips for Chatham Hill Retriever owners?
Playtime & Tricks
What games and toys can you recommend for the Chatham Hill Retriever?
Are there toys you suggest avoiding?
How intelligent is the Chatham Hill Retriever compared to other dog breeds?
How much can they understand?
Grooming
Do you have any special grooming routines or tips and advice for new Chatham Hill Retriever owners?
How much time is involved?
What accessories are required to be purchased for grooming a Chatham Hill Retriever?
Any advice/tips you can give concerning maintenance of nails?
How much do Chatham Hill Retriever shed and how do I maintain their hair and how often?
How can I prevent or cure ear infections?
Do you have any tips for eye care?
Is the Chatham Hill Retriever a hypoallergenic breed?
Bathing
Any advice/tips you can give concerning cleaning and bathing your Chatham Hill Retriever?
Can you offer new Chatham Hill Retriever owners advice concerning fleas and maybe products you use in treatment and prevention?
Showing
What advice and tips could you offer to owners who might wish to follow your path in showing the Chatham Hill Retriever?
What started your interest in showing the Chatham Hill Retriever?
If a new owner perhaps wanted to meet other owners or find out more – perhaps they have an interest in joining a local club or maybe they wonder how they can start showing their Chatham Hill Retriever – where would they begin?
Can you offer any advice to others who may be wondering if they can also start showing?
How would an owner know they have a show-quality Chatham Hill Retriever and how would they start off?
Can you give away any of your secrets?!
Is showing very expensive and why do you think people like to do it?
What do judges look for in a winner?
Breeding
What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the Chatham Hill Retriever?
What official organisations are there for the new Chatham Hill Retriever owner and what benefits or services do they provide?
In buying a Chatham Hill Retriever, can you offer advice and tips to new owners?
How did you go from being an owner to getting into breeding?
Do you think the breed’s popularity has increased, decreased or remained the same?
How did you progress to becoming a breeder and why focus on breeding the Chatham Hill Retriever out of all the breeds you could have chosen?
What do you think makes the Chatham Hill Retriever special to you?
Are there things that you see owners doing that frustrate you?
As a breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?
Training
In comparison perhaps to other breeds what is it like to train a Chatham Hill Retriever and do you have any tips or advice for new Chatham Hill Retriever owners?
How should new owners approach bringing a new Chatham Hill Retriever home, any advice and tips you can give?
Should I allow my Chatham Hill Retriever to sleep in my bed or elsewhere in the house?
Do you recommend crate training and how long does this take?
Should my Chatham Hill Retriever sleep in a kennel or crate?
Health
Health is always a major concern when buying a dog, do you have any advice for new Chatham Hill Retriever owners to be aware of in particular?
Are there any health-related tips you can give to owners?
What sort of health issues should owners be on the lookout for?
What is the recommended schedule for vaccinations for your Chatham Hill Retriever?
Can you offer any advice on how to treat and prevent worms?
What type of health issues can a Chatham Hill Retriever have and how do you deal with preventing these?
Why does my Chatham Hill Retriever have diarrhea?
Do they suffer from itchy and sensitive skin and if so why?
Why is my Chatham Hill Retriever vomiting and do I go to the vets?
When should I take my Chatham Hill Retriever for vaccinations and which ones do they need and how often?
How often will my Chatham Hill Retriever be in heat?
Should I consider getting my Chatham Hill Retriever spayed or neutered and when and how much does this cost and what are the benefits?
My Chatham Hill Retriever is limping, what should I do and should I go to a veterinarian surgeon?
Do they suffer from allergies?
Why is my Chatham Hill Retriever not eating?
How much does it cost to insure my Chatham Hill Retriever?
What healthcare issues or diseases might be excluded from companies that provide Chatham Hill Retriever dog health insurance?
Old Age
What age would you class as an ‘older or senior’ Chatham Hill Retriever?
Do you notice any changes in their behaviour?
What changes in food and diet would you suggest making for an older Chatham Hill Retriever?
Do you feed any supplements to an older Chatham Hill Retriever – or anything else which helps them as they age?
Are there any health issues particular to a senior Chatham Hill Retriever dog?
Do you have any advice for owners of an older/senior Chatham Hill Retriever or tips you can pass on?
Here is an interesting video on the Chatham Hill Retriever.
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