The Chow Chow is a unique and fascinating member of the canine family with records indicating that they date back as early as 150BC. Used by the Chinese Emperors for hunting ad guarding their palaces their first introduction into the West was not until the 1780’s
The Chow is a compact, short-coupled, well balanced dog who carries his tail firmly over his back. He has a unique stilted gait and a blue-black tongue- a characteristic he shares with the bear.
The Chows heads is large in comparison to the rest of his body, has a characteristic scowl, small, thick, slightly rounded ears which are carried erect and small, dark almond shaped eyes.
Chows may be red, white, cream, blue, black or fawn in colour with an abundant, stand-off coat in the rough variety and a plush, thick, velour coat in the smooth variety.
Chows are independent and somewhat aloof yet very devoted. It is a sensible dog who will not fawn over everyone rather saving its affection, playfulness and idiosyncrasies for its family. It is compatible with other pets if it has grown up with them.
Those wishing to own a Chow should have time to groom (10 minutes/ day), exercise and socialize the dog.
(More breed information available www.vca.org.au)
The Chow is a compact, short-coupled, well balanced dog who carries his tail firmly over his back. He has a unique stilted gait and a blue-black tongue- a characteristic he shares with the bear.
The Chows heads is large in comparison to the rest of his body, has a characteristic scowl, small, thick, slightly rounded ears which are carried erect and small, dark almond shaped eyes.
Chows may be red, white, cream, blue, black or fawn in colour with an abundant, stand-off coat in the rough variety and a plush, thick, velour coat in the smooth variety.
Chows are independent and somewhat aloof yet very devoted. It is a sensible dog who will not fawn over everyone rather saving its affection, playfulness and idiosyncrasies for its family. It is compatible with other pets if it has grown up with them.
Those wishing to own a Chow should have time to groom (10 minutes/ day), exercise and socialize the dog.
(More breed information available www.vca.org.au)
Just what is a Chow Chow??
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