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Breed: Chow Chow Other Breeds

The Chow Chow (Cantonese word for food) has been native to China for more than 200 years. Originally used as a temple guard dog, the Chow quickly became a popular hunting dog of Chinese Emperors. The breed is thought to have been brought to England by merchants in the late 18th century.

Chows have an unfortunate reputation of being aggressive, however it is undeserved though he is a tenacious fighter when provoked. Though he is prone to show affection for one owner, he is an excellent family pet and guard dog.
Height: 18-22 in.
Weight: 45 - 70 lbs.
Temperament: Alert, independent, strong-willed.
Color(s): Black, red, blue, fawn and cream. They can be distinguished by their blue and black tongue.
Grooming: To prevent matting, regular grooming is necessary because of the dog's dense coat. Extra care is needed during shedding. Dry shampoo when necessary. Professional grooming is suggested to give him the lion clip look.
Coat(s): Rough, abundant, dense and coarse with a pronounced ruff around head and neck. Smooth breed has a hard dense outer coat with a soft undercoat with no ruff or feathering on his legs and tail.
With Children: Good with older children only.
With Pets: Could be aggressive with other pets. Supervision is advised.
Training: He could be a challenge to train because of his strong-will. Training should begin early as a puppy.
Exercise: Tends to be lazy. A good, daily walk is recommended.
Health Issues: Hip dysplasia can be a particular problem in this breed. They are prone to suffer eye irritation called entropion, caused by eyelid abnormality; this can be corrected with surgery.
Housing: House with a fenced yard; daily exercise and attention. Unsuited for hot climates.
Life Span: 12- 15 years
Country of Origin: China
Conformation Group: Non-sporting
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