Chow Chow
A.K.A. :Chow, Chowdren
Size
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Pure Breeds | Member |
Breeds A - Z | C |
Breeds by Group | Non-Sporting |
Overview: | The Chow Chow is a powerful and strong dog, probably best suited for an experienced and patient dog owner. He can be proud and strong-willed, but a loyal companion when given the chance. |
Breed Group: | Non-Sporting |
Weight (lbs): | 45-70 |
Height (in): | 17-20 |
Colors: | Solid red, black, blue, cinnamon, and cream. |
Coat: | It can have either a rough coat, which is straight and off-standing, or a smooth coat, which is hard and smooth; both coat types have wooly undercoat. |
Character: | Chow Chows are independent dogs, known for their calm and vigilant nature. They often try to dominate other dogs. |
Temperament: | This breed is very domineering around other dogs, but they are usually good with children. They need to be well socialized with other household pets early in life and are cautious with strangers. |
Care: | The Chow Chow requires regular and very thorough brushing. The smooth type needs brushing once weekly. |
Training: | This breed requires very firm and consistent training as they tend to be quite stubborn. |
Activity: | The Chow Chow does not require a large amount of exercise, but does prefer to be outdoors. |
Country of Origin: | China |
Health Issue: | This breed may have hip dysplasia and is prone to suffer eye irritation (entropion), caused by eyelid abnormalities. |
Life Expectancy: | 8-12 |
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Lightning McQueen
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Chow Chow
Male, 7 Weeks Old
USA FLORAL CITY, FL, USA
Date listed: 07/20/2024
Lightning is the cutest and sweetest little cream poof with legs.
Chow chow puppys
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Chow Chow
Male(s) and Female(s), 12 Weeks Old
USA JACKSON, MI, USA
Date listed: 07/20/2024
3 male and 1 female Chow puppy’s. Born 6-3-24. Have rare color lilac male and female also have cream and red males
Chow Chow
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Chow Chow
Male(s) and Female(s), 7 Weeks Old
USA ARLINGTON, TX, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
3 females and 4 males, brown and cream. Solid blue tongues.
Chow chow puppies
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Chow Chow
Female, 15 Weeks Old
USA FLORENCE, SC, USA
Date listed: 07/12/2024
Full blooded Chow Chow puppies looking to be rehome. They are sweet,loving , and friendly. They have not had their shots or papers. 3 Tan females 1 male Phone: 843-615-3921.You...
5 month CREAM BOY chow chow seeks forever home
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Chow Chow
Male, 5 Months Old
USA VALLEJO, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/08/2024
3 chow chow puppies (5 months, all born in late Jan 2024) ready to go to their forever homes now. Puppy shots all current including rabies. Their names are Caleb (cream boy, 2...
Perfect companions
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Chow Chow
Male(s) and Female(s), 14 Weeks Old
USA WICHITA, KS, USA
Date listed: 07/06/2024
This litter we were blessed with 4 beautiful pups. 3 males and 1 female. (She has already gone to her furever home). They are now 12 weeks old and more than ready to become part...
White Female Chow
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Chow Chow
Female, 14 Weeks Old
USA FONTANA, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/03/2024
Shy Girl is AKC registered Loving Loves to cuddle and plays well with everyone
Purebred Chow Chow
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Chow Chow
Male, 3 Months Old
USA FONTANA, CA, USA
Date listed: 06/28/2024
Lil KoKo is very gentle, cuddly and playful great indoors dog great for kids Father is AKC registered
Shy Girl
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Chow Chow
Female, 15 Weeks Old
USA FONTANA, CA, USA
Date listed: 06/28/2024
She is purebred AKC registered nine weeks old born 4-12-24
Chow Chow puppies for sale
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Chow Chow
Male(s) and Female(s), 3 Years 3 Months Old
USA MCHENRY, IL, USA
Date listed: 05/22/2024
4 Chow chow puppies each with their own unique personality for sale to good homes!
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ZOEY - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Adult
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 07/24/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat).
BELLA - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Adult
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 07/24/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Bella is a cream purebred Chow Chow at just now 4 years old. She is a typical Chow Chow in personality, very loving to her people, not...
A1229987 - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Male, Adult
USA Charlotte, NC, USA
Date listed: 07/24/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat).
Honey Bear - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Adult
USA Valrico, FL, USA
Date listed: 07/24/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Adoption Fee: 500.
Addy - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Young
USA Ventura, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Available to foster or adopt! Breed: Chow DOB: 7/2022 Gender: female Altered: yes Coat: long Size: medium Color(s): black ...
Adopted- Luna - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Young
Canada Prescott, Ontario, Canada
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat). Adopted! Luna Lovely Luna is a beautiful unique cinnamon rough coat spayed female weighing 42lbs and between 1-2 years old. This petit...
Winney - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Adult
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Tejas Rescued Pet Adoptions . PO Box 790372 . San Antonio, TX 78279 . adoptiontejasrescues (210) 416-3947
MULAN - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Adult
USA San Antonio, TX, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat). Mulan is a female, shaded red Chow Chow about 2 years old. She weighs 48 pounds. A friendly girl, she likes attention and walks. Mulan does...
PUMA - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Adult
USA Corona, CA, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat).
Miley - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Chow Chow
Female, Baby
USA Phoenix, AZ, USA
Date listed: 07/10/2024
Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat). Adoption Fee: $225. Name: Miley Sex: Spayed Female Age: 1 1/2 years Breed: Chow Chow Weight: 43 pounds Adoption fee: $225 (altered,...
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