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Chow Chow Breed Description
Chow Chow, or Chow, is a breed of dog originating from Mongolia and Northern China, where it is referred to as Songshi Quan, which literally means "puffy-lion dog." It is believed that the Chow Chow is one of the native dogs used as the model for the Foo dog, the traditional stone guardians found in front of Buddhist temples and palaces.The Chow is a stocky dog with broad skull and small, rounded ears. The breed has a very dense coat that is either smooth or rough. The fur is particularly thick around the neck, giving the distinctive ruff or mane. The coat may be one of several colors including reddish-brown (described as "red"), black, blue, cinnamon, and cream. Not all these color varieties are recognized as valid in all countries. Individuals with patchy or multicolored coats are considered to be outside the breed standard. Chows are distinguished by their unusual blue-black/purple tongue and very straight hind legs, resulting in a rather stilted gait. The blue-black/purple tongue gene appears to be dominant, as almost all mixed breed dogs who come from a Chow retain the tongue color.
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Chow Chow Breed Temperament
While commonly kept as a companion dog, the Chow has a reputation for being a willful and independent breed that is sometimes difficult to train. They may be very aloof and wary of strangers. They often do not get along well with other dogs unless properly socialized. Chows are extremely loyal to their own family, though they may be less friendly to strangers. The typical Chow's behavior is commonly thought to be more similar to a domestic cat rather than a domestic dog. Chow Chow News Posts
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- The dog is a black 11-year-old Chow Chow ith a weight of about 35 pounds. The dog was not wearing a collar. TROY ? Police are seeking a man who stole a diamond ring from Kay Jewelers, 380 W. 14 Mile Road. The man had asked to look at diamond rings and ...
- Letter Carrier Mauled Despite Dog Bite Prevention Week
- The carrier suffered extensive bites trying to fight off a chow-chow and a husky that had escaped out an open door in the 4500 block of West 34th Avenue, about 10 blocks due north of Sloan's Lake. A neighbor came to her rescue also was injured, ...
- This Cambridge brew pub is the best in America, according to CHOW
- Cambridge Brewing Co. is the best brew pub in America, according to a reader's choice bracket published by food media company CHOW. CHOW, a division of CBS Interactive Inc. that operates the popular food review site Chowhound, put what it called "the ...
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Chow Chow Health
Like many heavy-set dogs, the Chow may be prone to hip dysplasia. They may also be susceptible to entropion, an eye irritation caused by an eyelid abnormality. Their average lifespan is between 12 and 15 years. Chow Chow Stuff on eBay
Chow Chow Breed Origins
The Chow is a unique breed of dog thought to be one of the oldest recognizable breeds. Research indicates it is one of the first primitive breeds to evolve from the wolf. Recent DNA analysis confirms that this is one of the oldest breeds of dog that probably originated in the high steppe regions of Siberia or Mongolia, and much later used as temple guards in China, Mongolia and Tibet. From what records survive, some historians believe that the Chow was the dog described as accompanying the Mongolian armies as they invaded south into China as well as west into Europe and southwest into the Middle East during 12th Century, although a Chinese bas-relief from 150 BC shows a hunting dog similar in appearance to the Chow. Later Chow Chows were bred as a general-purpose working dog for herding, hunting, pulling and guarding. Chows are reputed to be one of the many dog breeds in China fattened up and eaten during times of famine by peasants living in sparse, rural lands. Chow Chow Blog Posts
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Famous Chow Chows
* U.S. President Calvin Coolidge owned a black Chow Chow named Timmy who lived with him in the White House.* Arcanine and Growlithe, two Pokemon of the fire type resemble the Chow Chow with their fluffy tails that sit on their back.
* In American Psycho, a novel by Bret Easton Ellis, serial killer Patrick Bateman buys a chow for his girlfriend, then subsequently drowns it.
* In another novel by Bret Easton Ellis, Glamorama, one of the Victor Ward's girlfriends, Allison, owns two Chows named Mr. and Mrs. Chow. When Victor enters Allison's apartment without her there, the chows defend their territory and proceed to attack him.
* Martha Stewart owns several chows, which are frequently seen on Martha's shows and public appearances.
* A subplot in the Japanese anime Excel Saga features a Chow Chow called Menchi (ground meat) that is referred to as an emergency ration.
* Michel from Gilmore Girls owns two Chows named Chin-Chin and Paw-Paw.
* Doctor Temperance Brennan, the forensic anthropologist from the Kathy Reichs series, owns a "mostly Chow" named Boyd. The dog shows up in book four, Fatal Voyage. Given to her ex-husband by a client, the dog gets thrust into Temperance's care while she is on a case in North Carolina. The dog attaches himself to her and later gets shot while protecting her from a murderer.
* In his later years the psychiatrist, Sigmund Freud, enjoyed the company of Chows.
Chow Chow Links
- ChowChow.org | Welcome Chow Chow Dogs and Owners | A community ...
- A community resource for the Chow Chow breed of dogs. Discussions, articles and help for caring for your Chow Chow. Also resources for adoptions and rescue ...
- Chow Chow Information, Chow Chows
- With such a handler, the Chow Chow can develop well. Don't expect great obedience from them. They are born stubborn and with minds of their own. ...
- Chow Chow - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
- Chow Chow, or Chow, is a breed of dog originating from Mongolia and Northern China, where it is referred to as Songshi Quan (Pinyin: s%u014Dngsh%u012B qu%u01CEn), ...
- The Chow Chow Club, Inc. Website
- Information about the club, its national specialty, the breed and breeder referral.
- American Kennel Club - Chow Chow dog dogs puppy puppies
- While primarily a companion today, his working origin must always be remembered when assessing true Chow type. A powerful, sturdy, squarely built, ...
- ChowChows.COM - Domino Chow Chows Homepage
- Breed specific site about Chow Chows, with photos. Features hundreds of Chow related links, email list and chat room and free greeting cards.
- Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The Chow Chow
- Definitely one of the most impressive of all dogs, the Chow Chow is an awesome creature with his lion-like appearance and regal manner. ...
- Illustrated Standard of the Chow Chow
- Illustrated learning tool that makes visualizing the possible faults easy.
- The Chow Breed Standard
- Text only version - AKC Breed Standard published by Chow Chow, Inc.
- The Origins Of The Chow Chow
- Over 2000 or 3000 years ago, the Chow Chow dog breed first came into existence. It is recognized as the most ancient breed in the world, dating farther back ...
Chow Chow Rescue
- Chow Chow Welfare: Chow Adoption and Information
- The most comprehensive Chow Chow site on the web! Published by the Chow Chow Club, Inc.'s Welfare Committee. Information on the Chow Chow breed, training, ...
- Chow Chow Rescue & Adoption
- This rescue effort is dedicated to the loving memory of Sunny, the first purebred chow chow to touch our lives. She lived the first half of her life with ...
- Adopt-A-Chow Rescue
- A Chow Rescue non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of Chows in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
- Wisconsin Chow Chow Rescue: Homepage
- Since 1985, Wisconsin Chow Rescue gave dozens of homeless Chow Chows a second chance at the life of love and happiness that every pet deserves. ...
- Chow Chow Rescue : Maryland DC area
- Deanna Fuller, who specializes in chow rescues, met Kain last year in an online rescue chat room. Fuller, who lives in Luverne, Minn., said Kain's help ...
- WEST TEXAS CHOW CHOW RESCUE
- Our goal is to rescue friendly and outgoing Chow Chows and give them a second chance at finding loving and caring homes. Our organization has placed ...
- Chow Chow Welfare: How To Find A New Home For Your Chow Chow
- Not that long ago, you were thrilled to have a Chow puppy of your very own. You never dreamed you'd have to give him up someday. Even if you can't keep him ...
- Chow Chow Rescue of the Sierra Foothills - Home
- I am described as a female, gold Chow Chow mix. You will find me in Kennel # ADPT17 The shelter thinks I am about 8 years old. I have been at the shelter ...
- Pendragwn Chow Chow Rescue
- Sissy is an approximately year old cinnamon Chow Chow puppy. We do recommend a fenced yard for Sissy. If you feel that you have the perfect family that ...
- Chow Chow Welfare: Chow Adoption and Information
- The most comprehensive Chow Chow site on the web! Published by the Chow Chow Club, Inc.'s Welfare Committee. Information on the Chow Chow breed, training, ...
- Chow Chow Welfare: Chow Chow Information and Links
- info about the Chow Chow Welfare Committee ... Breed Profile: An Oriental Masterpiece - The Chow Chow · Breed Profile: Hello, I Am The Chow Chow ...
- Chow Chow Welfare: National Chow Chow Adoption Center
- CCCI Welfare is an annually appointed committee of the Chow Chow Club, Inc., the AKC-recognized national parent club of the Chow Chow breed in the U.S. The ...
- NW Chow Chow Rescue
- ***We here at NW CHOW CHOW RESCUE would like to THANK and acknowledge Cheryl Farmer for her generous donation of $100 In Memory of Buster, beloved companion ...
Chow Chow Breeders
- Finding a Chow Chow Breeder
- Chow Chow Dog Breeders Showcase is a great way to find dog breeders in your area.
- how much do an chow-chow cost? - Q&A
- I am a chow breeder and never suggest buy from a puppy mill, backyard breeders or newspapers. You may run in to many unexpected and expensive problems with ...
- Chow Chow Dog Breeders, Dog Breeder Directory
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- Intatto Chow Chows and Siberian Huskies
- Kennel breeding AKC chow chows of outstanding temperament and type, in house raised with children. Show or pet, AKC registered, guaranteed.
- Chow Chow Puppies for sale, Chow Chow Breeders
- Chow Chow puppies for sale from reputable breeders. Chow Chow Dog Breeders may advertise their puppies for sale or adult dogs at Pets 4 You.
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- Chow Chow Breeders - Dog breeders directory. Chow Chow Breeders advertise in our Chow Chow Breeders directory.
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PattB
Jan 28, 2012 @ 3:33 am | delete
- I dogsit for 2 white chows and they are so loving once they get to know you. Tigerlily comes up and reaches out to me with her paw. She is really sweet, but very fearful of strangers. Nice lens!
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Afteretc
Jan 27, 2012 @ 3:25 pm | delete
- i had a chow chow mix. I loved him so much, he really was my big live teddy bear.
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ActiveDogToys May 24, 2011 @ 3:08 am | delete
- Great pictures. So cute!
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Clairwil
Nov 19, 2010 @ 4:07 pm | delete
- Hurrah for chow chows! Even the name makes me smile!
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- nice lens about dog
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- Chow Chows are so cute and fluffy!
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- Very good information, nice to find something of use to me keep up the good work, would be nice to see more from you, 5 stars! yellow labrador retrievers
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Supergirl5
Oct 15, 2009 @ 11:04 pm | delete
- LOVE LOVE LOVE all the great pictures. I am more of a Dachshund kind of owner but maybe I can make a Chow Chow addition to our home..... Thanks for sharing all your hard work.
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PaulasPetCare
Jul 30, 2007 @ 10:44 pm | delete
- Excellent lens 5***** I have added it to my lensroll at Paulaspetcare
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- Hi Pandora 687, I enjoyed a couple of your great videos here! Thanks for the info.
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- This is loaded with great chow chow info..mas from puppy health care
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- I absolutely love this lens, of course it doesn't hurt that I absolutely love my chow chow too. You just can't help but love them can you?
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