| Group: Non-sporting | | | | Seeing that the Chow is so self-assured, they like to |
| Weight: 45-70 lbs | | | | stay clean. In general, the Chow likes to be groomed. |
| Height: 17-20 inches | | | | This breed should be groomed on a weekly basis to |
| Overview | | | | prevent mats and tangles, but excessive clipping of |
| The Chow Chow is a very old breed that is originally | | | | the coat can damage the two layers of naturally |
| from China, and they are more than 2000 years old. | | | | thick coat. Regular grooming will also help to build a |
| These dogs were bred to be used for hunting, | | | | stronger bond between owner and their Chow; this is |
| herding, pulling, and protection. They are usually | | | | needed for the temperament of these dogs. |
| referred to as "the Chow", and are now used mainly | | | | Training |
| as a companion dog. | | | | The way a Chow is train is very important, and |
| Temperament | | | | should be done with great care. For training to be |
| In general, the Chow Chow is very courteous and | | | | effective, it should be started at a young age. It is |
| enduring, and they are also very devoted toward | | | | vital for the owner to establish their dominance early |
| their families. The Chow can however be wary | | | | on, and consistency is a must. It is important for |
| toward strangers, and tends to become very | | | | owners to understand the nature of these dogs, as |
| attached to one person in the family. This is a | | | | this will keep disagreements and power struggles to |
| domineering, sombre and obstinate stubborn dog. | | | | a minimum. Although the Chow is very devoted to its |
| Seeing that these dogs are so dominant, they will | | | | owner, it will only allow on itself for justification. The |
| require a dominant owner. These dogs have a mind | | | | Chow is an independent and autonomous breed, and |
| of their own, and will not get along well with other | | | | it forms a part of their 3,000 year old history. The |
| pets unless raises with them from an early age | | | | Chow needs firmness, justice, and consistency as |
| onwards. The will also get along well with older | | | | part of their training. They will not respond to |
| considerate children, and they like to be treated with | | | | harshness or cruel training methods, and will become |
| respect. | | | | forceful if treated in a rude way. |
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