Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Devoted
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Optimistic

Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

Flat Coated Retriever, Cocker Spaniel

America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Dog Registry of America Inc.

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

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

Black
Brown
Fawn

Koolies have short coats.

Chatham Hill Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 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.

Koolies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

While the Koolie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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.

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Histiocytosis

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye
Knee
Heart
Hips
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Koolies 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.

Koolies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Herding

Beach Walking, Wrestling, Swimming

Koolies are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Chatham Hill Retrievers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Koolie, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chatham Hill Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Koolies usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chatham Hill Retrievers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Koolie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Koolie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Chatham Hill Retriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-53 pound (15 - 24 kg) Koolie feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Chatham Hill Retriever feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Koolie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Chatham Hill Retriever is somewhere $1.80 - $2.00 per day.

Koolies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Chatham Hill Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Koolies 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.

Koolies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Koolies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Koolies 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.

Koolies 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.

Koolies 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.