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Chow Chow Breed Information

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The Chow Chow breed is highly intelligent and loyal to his owner. He is squarely built, well-mannered but independent at times. The most distinctive features of him are his straight legs and blue-black toungue. Chow Chow is originally a working dog.

AKC Breed Group: Non-sporting.

Breed Weight: 45 - 70 lbs.

Breed Height: 17 - 20 inches.

Chow Chow Breed

Color(s): red, blue, black, cinnamon and cream.

Coat: Rough or smooth, double coated. Outer-coat is dense.

Characteristics and temperaments: The Chow Chow is calm but independent. He tries to dominate other dogs but can get along with children. Socialization is compulsory since a puppy so he will live nicely with cats and other household pets.

Care: Extra care is needed when the dog sheds. The coat requires regular brushing to keep it in a good lifted look.

Training and activity: The dog requires a consistent and firm owner because he is quite independent. The training should be fun though, because he is quite intelligent. This breed doesn't like heat and love sufficient outdoor exercise.