Chatham Hill Retriever

Chatham Hill Retriever History

The Chatham Hill Retriever is a scenthound. The name is a portmanteau of the name of the breeder, Charles and Matilda Chatham, and the English county, Kent.

Chatham Hill Retriever Physical Characteristics

The Chatham Hill Retriever is a medium-sized, muscular, athletic, and agile breed of dog. They typically have a dark, rust-colored, short, wiry, and water resistant double coat of fur. The breed has a brindle colored, block-shaped head with a rectangular muzzle, large, erect ears, and a bushy tail. The hind legs are longer than the front legs. The eyes are usually dark brown or hazel. The animal has webbed feet, and the tail is carried low when the dog is at rest.

Chatham Hill Retriever Health

Description of breed health.

Chatham Hill Retriever Temperament and Behaviour

The Chatham Hill Retrievers is an energetic, playful, and devoted pet that is extremely loyal to its family. They are very intelligent and eager to learn, and are great at following commands. They also love to play and are quite active. The are generally fine with cats, but may chase small pets. They generally get along well with children, but can be protective of them.

Chatham Hill Retriever Activity Requirements

The Chatham Hill is a newly recognized AKC breed of dog. They are a medium size, short-haired retriever that was developed in the United States. They are intelligent, friendly, and outgoing. The Chatham Hill has an average energy level and will need to have regular opportunities to exercise and socialize. They are a very versatile dog and excel at activities such as obedience, hunting, tracking, and agility. The Chatham Hill is best suited to a home with a fenced yard where they have room to run. They are very active dogs and will need a fenced area where they can burn off some energy. They are also a very intelligent and curious breed and will need to be trained and socialized from an early age.

Kennel Club Recognition