Northwind 
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers
   Welcome to Northwind Chesapeakes! Our Chesapeakes are bred to be versatile sporting companions. They hunt waterfowl and upland birds, compete in hunt tests, sprinter, dock diving, rally and obedience trials, and conformation shows. Some are simply treasured pets. 
   We are located near Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.  Producing Chesapeakes that meet the breed standard, are good in the field and live up to the distinction "man's best friend" is our goal. 
     
About Chesapeakes: Are they the Right Breed for You?
   Are you looking for the ultimate water dog or maybe an eager companion for your outdoor adventures? A trained, well-bred Chesapeake can be a superb sporting dog and a devoted, fun-loving pet. They are intelligent, energetic and protective of their family and property. 
   That said, the Chesapeake is not a breed for everyone.  They are best suited to an owner who has had positive experience with the Breed or other large breeds and can provide the leadership, daily exercise, socialization, training and discipline that Chessies need to thrive.  
   Although physically tough and stoic, a Chesapeake's intelligence and excellent memory can make them sensitive to harsh treatment and training methods. They respond well to positive training methods and when treated firmly, but fairly, with patience, fun and a gentle hand.
"Cheseapeakes are a hardy, intelligent breed that can think on their own. I'd welcome a Chessie in my duck blind any day." Steve Lemon - Polem Gundogs
Contact 

Olissia Stechishen &
Bruce Hood
Ottawa, Ontario
 For questions or information about litters, please email: o.stechishen@gmail.com  
Our Chesapeakes
CH Montauk's Copper Penny NS RN SH WCX WDX (Penny)
Female, Born Nov, 25, 2010, 65 lbs, brown 
DM, EIC, PRA, Long Coat: Clear 
Hips: Good 
Elbows & CERF: Normal 

   Penny is Northwind's foundation bitch. She is from Gary Ridout's Montauk line of accomplished field dogs.
   Penny is high drive and stylish. She has been referred to as a "marking machine" for her exceptional ability to locate downed birds, even in the most adverse conditions
Northwind's Sassy Autumn Red NS RN JH WCI (Sassy)
Female, Born Apr 11, 2015, 65 lbs, brown  
DM, EIC, PRA, Long Coat: Clear 
Hips: Good 
Elbows & CERF: Normal 

   Sassy is a great all-round dog and a lot of fun in the field and at home.     She loves to hunt waterfowl and upland birds and is an excellent marker, with a great nose. 
   Quiet in the house, Sassy likes to be close to family and enjoys a good belly rub.  

HR Northwind's Drifting River JH WCX DM NS (Drifter)
Female, Born Dec 24, 2018, 65 lbs, brown  
DM, EIC, PRA, Long Coat: Clear 
Hips: Excellent 
Elbows & CERF: Normal 

   Drifter is an intelligent, bright dog with a huge personality. She is a keen observer and learns quickly. She is an enthusiastic hunting retriever and will be working towards her HRC Finished title in 2025.  
   Drifter loves to have fun and is very affectionate.  

Northwind's First Light JH WCX DM NS (Tango)
Female, Born Dec 24, 2018, 65 lbs, brown  
DM, EIC, PRA, Long Coat: Clear 
Hips: Excellent 
Elbows & CERF: Normal 

   Tango is a friendly, obedient girl.  She excels at dock diving and can jump more than 23'. Like all Northwind Chesapeakes she is an excellent marker and loves field work. She should receive her HRC Seasoned title in 2025.  
     

GCH Northwind's Big Prairie Sky JH WCX (Mr. Blue) 
Male, Born Apr 11, 2015, 80lbs, deadgrass
DM, EIC, PRA, Long Coat: Clear
Hips: Good
Elbows & CERF: Normal

   Mr. Blue has a terrific personality and is as friendly and gentle as they come.  He's a strong, handsome dog with a beautiful head. 
   Mr. Blue is an enthusiastic retriever as well and loves time afield.  He's the kind of dog that's a joy to spend time with.

Mr. Blue's stud service has been in high demand due to his handsome looks and great temperament, He is available for natural cover breeding to bitches with suitable health clearances and pedigrees. Chilled and frozen semen are options.



Litters
 For information on upcoming litters please email o.stechishen@gmail.com. 



Northwind News

  • Northwind Chesapeakes are featured 5 months of the 2025 Just Chesapeakes calendar!
  • Tango received the Canadian Kennel Club WCX (Working Certificate Excellent) title in July 2024
  • Drifter obtained her Hunting Retriever Club (HRC) Seasoned Title in August 2024.
  • Mr. Blue has now sired 110 pups!
  • Drifter obtained the WCX title in July 2022.
  • Mr. Blue achieved his CKC Grand Champion (GCH) show title at the end of May
  • Although Ontario hunt tests have been cancelled in 2020 and most of 2021 due to COVID 19, Northwind Chesapeakes are having a good summer and fall doing field training most days.
  • Tango achieved her Master level in dock diving
  • Northwind Chesapeakes are featured on 6 months of the 2021 Willow Creek "Just Chesapeake Bay Retrievers" calendar!
  • Mr. Blue was featured on the cover of Brown Trout Publishing's 2020 Chesapeake Bay Retriever calendar!
  • Mr. Blue was shown in the Royal Canin - Crown Classic Dog Show Nov 30-Dec 2, 2018 and the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club of Canada National Show Specialty on Dec 1. He was awarded Best of Opposite by Judge Michael Shoreman in the Saturday All Breed Show. Mr. Blue is well on his way to his Grand Champion conformation title. 
  • Penny, Sassy and Mr. Blue are featured in the 2019 Brown Trout Publishing Chesapeake Bay Retriever Calendar! This will be the third year that our dogs have been in the calendar.
  • Sassy and Penny got their CKC Novice Sprinter titles in 2019.
Links
Clubs and Organizations   
  • Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club of Canada: www.cbrcc.ca   
  • Canadian Kennel Club: www.ckc.ca  
  • American Chesapeake Club: www.amchessieclub.org
  • Hunting Retriever Club: www.hrc.org
  • Ottawa Valley Hunting Retriever Club (on Facebook)
  • Lanark Highlands Retriever Club (on Facebook)

Information and Training Resources  
 Breed profile: http://www.gundogmag.com/editorial/breed-profile-chesapeake-bay-retriever/175550   
  • Breed profile: http://www.gundogmag.com/editorial/a-chessie-man/176320 
  • Positive field training methods: http://www.fetchpup.com/2016/03/23/long-unseen-cripple/   
  • Dobbs training library: http://www.dobbsdogs.com  
  • Bill Hillmann training: http://www.BillHillmann.net  
  • Health and genetics: https://www.instituteofcaninebiology.org/   
  • Behavioral protocols: https://belleplainevet.com/links/behavioral-protocols/ 
  • Chesapeake Pedigree Database http://www.chessiebook.org
  • Kelly Crosbie pro-trainer: https://www.kcountrykennels.com/our-story Kelly is located in Lanark Highlands Ontario. She is an excellent trainer and coach.

The Story of "Soup", memories of the 1950's Chesapeake that was adopted by Olissia's family as told by her Dad, Ed Stechishen.
  • http://teamchesapeake.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=631