Origin: China

Pros:

• Gentle temperament
• Loyal

Cons:

• Thick fur that is difficult to manage

Lifespan:

• 12-15 years

Height:

• Approximately 50 cm

Weight:

• Over 30 kg

Physical Characteristics:

• Compact, short, and well-proportioned body
• Proud, majestic lion-like appearance
• Well-knit bones
• Tail carried high over the back
• Distance from withers to elbow equals distance from elbow to ground
• Deep-set, oval-shaped, medium-sized, clean eyes
• Short, level, strong back
• Solid colors: black, red, blue, light tan, cream, or white, often with color gradients but no distinct color patches

Advantages:

1. Loyal, brave and super protective of the owner

Don't be fooled by the appearance of the Chow Chow, but it is super loyal and protective of the owner. If someone bullies the dog owner when walking the dog outside, be careful of being bitten by it.

2. Quiet and docile, no house-breaking

Chow Chow is a very quiet breed. It will not bark or quarrel with other dogs. If you don't have time to play with it, it can stay quiet and will not mess up the tables and chairs at home. It has no bad habit of house-breaking.

3. Easy to feed

Chow Chow is a carnivore. As long as you add some meat occasionally to the dog food, it will be easy to feed. Although it has a large appetite, it eats whatever it is fed. It is not picky, so it is relatively cost-saving.

Disadvantages:

1. Reluctant to Bathe

Bathing Chow Chow is a big project. In addition to preparing the right amount of water temperature, you must also be careful not to get bubbles on its nose and eyes. After washing, you must patiently blow dry its hair, and then let it get a good sun, otherwise it is easy to get rashes and colds.

2. Strong Body Odor and Drooling

This Chow Chow has thick hair, so it is normal to have a strong body odor. But it also has an annoying point, that is, it drools a lot, and drooling and bad breath are unbearable.

3. Snoring Loudly

Chow Chows love to snore when they sleep, which is innate. If you are a person who is easily awakened when sleeping, it is better not to raise a Chow Chow. If a Chow Chow snores loudly, you should still see if it is a sign of illness.

Feeding and Care Tips

Due to the unique appearance of Chow Chows, owners will not easily confuse Chow Chows with other dogs. It is this unique appearance that is the reason why many parents choose Chow Chows as pets. The question now is whether Chow Chows are easy to raise? Let's take a look at the precautions for raising Chow Chows.

1. Regular Feeding

• Puppies: 3-4 meals a day
• Adults: 2-3 meals a day
• Focus on small, frequent meals. Regular feeding times help develop a conditioned reflex, increasing gastric juice secretion and appetite.

2. Deworming and Vaccination

• First vaccination at 45 days old, followed by two more monthly vaccinations
• Annual vaccinations for adults
• First deworming at around 20-30 days old; observe for a week or two to ensure the dog is healthy before deworming.

3. Dry and Warm Living Environment

Ensuring a dry and warm environment is essential for the health of a Chow Chow.