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| Getting to Know the
Chow Chow |
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Characteristics--An ancient breed of northern Chinese origin, this all-purpose dog of China was used for hunting, herding, pulling and protection of the home. While primarily a companion today, his working origin must always be remembered when assessing t |
Average Height
17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulders, but square dimensions are considered more important than size. 45 to 70 pounds. |
Average Weight
NA |
Personality
Characteristics--An ancient breed of northern Chinese origin, this all-purpose dog of China was used for hunting, herding, pulling and protection of the home. While primarily a companion today, his working origin must always be remembered when assessing t |
Children
With mature children only
Trainability
Regular grooming of the Chow is necessary because of their dense coat to prevent matting. Extra care is needed during shedding. Dry shampoo when necessary. Professional grooming is suggested to give the Chow chow the lion clip look. Chows have a tendency |
Friendliness
This is an independent dog that is calm and vigilant. It may try to dominate other dogs. |
Temperment
Although domineering around other dogs, Chows are usually good with children. This breed needs to get to know other household pets early in life and is cautious with strangers. |
Care
Regular grooming of the Chow is necessary because of their dense coat to prevent matting. Extra care is needed during shedding. Dry shampoo when necessary. Professional grooming is suggested to give the Chow chow the lion clip look. Chows have a tendency |
Combativeness
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Other Pets
May be aggressive toward other dogs and cats; supervision may be required. |
Group
Non-sporting. |
Country of Origin
China. |
Coat
Rough, abundant, dense and coarse with a pronounced ruff around head and neck. Smooth, has a hard dense outer coat with a soft undercoat with no ruff or feathering on their legs and tail. |
Color
Red, black, blue, cinnamon and cream. All colors are equally acceptable and no color is more rare or valuable than another. |
Lifespan
10 to 12 years, sometimes longer. |
Activity Level
Low |
Health
Entropion, hip dysplasia |
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