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Chow Chow Puppies: The 4 paw guide

Chow Chow puppies will make a loyal and devoted pet, providing that sufficient time and commitment is given to training. Often likened more to cats than dogs, Chow Chow puppies can be aloof and are independent dogs. While they have adorable, huggable coats, they are not overly thrilled with being cuddled.

An excellent guard dog, even Chow Chow puppies are suspicious of new people and animals, but they are usually good with other household pets and children of the family.

It is thought that the first Chow Chows were bread in ancient Mongolia for both their guarding abilities and their meat.

Chow Chows have very unusual blue-ish tongues - folk lore has it that when God was creating the world, he spilled some blue paint while painting the sky - a Chow Chow licked it up and to this day has a blue tongue!

Chow Chow puppies at a glance
Our 4 Paw Rating - to the suitability of Chow Chow puppies for your home and lifestyle.

Size
Shoulder height up to 22 inches, weight up to 70lbs.

Coat Care
Has a thick coat which requires a lot of care - Chow Chow puppies will need to be trained to lie quietly on their side for the many long hours of grooming.

Family Life
Because of his independent nature, it is important to stay one step ahead of Chow Chow puppies! With enough training and education Chow Chow puppies will become a loyal and devoted family pet and an excellent guard dog.

Lifestyle
Not prone to outbursts of public affection, his behaviour is more like that associated with an aloof cat. Chow Chow puppies are not particularly eager to please their owner, unlike most breeds and this can cause difficulty if not properly trained.

Health
Test for hip dysplasia recommended.

Exercise
Chow Chow puppies don't require a huge amount of exercise, but does like to spend time outdoors.

Training
Chow Chow puppies have a tendency toward stubborn behaviour and a lack of desire to please their owner - training is critical with this breed. Any failings now will be paid for as he progresses to his 'teenage' rebellious years!

 

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