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Chow Chow
A.K.A. :Chow, Chowdren
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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| 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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AKC CHINA IMPORT LINE CHOW CHOW PUPPIES
$3,800
We currently have an amazing litter of AKC Chow Chow puppies! these guys are stunning! They will come current n their shots and deworming microchipped and AKC registered. Call...
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CHINA - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Meet China! She is a 7 year old gal who found her way to the animal shelter as a stray. She currently weighs about 49 pounds, which we think...
Precious - Chow Chow Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow. This pet is available for pre-adoption and may not be officially ready for adoption, as it is still undergoing medical treatment. Depending on the medical...
Gilmore - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat). Gilmore is a calm, quiet dog, and when he is comfortable he is very sweet. He is shy and fearful with people, especially strangers and is...
Mufasa - Chow Chow Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow. Mufasa, or "Mu as his foster family calls him, is a very special boy who came from a severe hoarding situation. He is learning to trust humans again...
Bonnie(Luna) - Chow Chow / Labrador Retriever Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow / Labrador Retriever. Bonnie is an 1 year old Lab/Chow mix Potcake rescued from the Bahamas.
Sadie - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Sadie is a shaded red female Chow Chow. She is around 45 pounds. Sadie is about 2 to 3 years old at the most. Microchipped, spayed, heartworm...
Loki - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Available to foster or adopt! Breed: Chow X DOB: 9/2010 Gender: male Altered: yes Size: medium Color(s): black Coat: long ...
Bronze Bear - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat). BRONZE BEAR is an aptly named senior Chow. He found himself at a high intake city shelter when his owners could no longer care for him. His...
SAMMIE - Chow Chow (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow (medium coat).
Duke - Chow Chow (long coat) Dog For Adoption
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Posted Breed: Chow Chow (long coat). Available to foster or adopt! Breed: chow DOB: 4/2011 Gender: male Altered: yes Coat: long Size: medium Color(s):black ...
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