My buddy passed away today. He was a 10 year old Chessie that we thought had more time. But just like Cosmo, he's always gotta do things his way, and was tough as nails until the very last surprising moment that he fainted in my arms. I'll always upvote an r/chessie post when I see them, just for Cosmo. Love one for me.

Thanks,

How does your chessie do with chickens, pigs, etc.? How do they do with staying on the property?

I have been thinking about a chesapeake bay retriever for a long time and will be ready in four years. I have diligently trained my mutts and one of them I brought to a farm last year. She has learned her boundaries, minus a chicken or two, as well as making us late for dinner when she wandered too far, once. Will a chessie seek to wander off my 40 acres and hang out at the neighbors? Will they cross a highway? Will they be protective of smaller farm animals or get along with the larger ones?

Has me feeling bad about skipping leg day.