This beautiful, devoted, and smart dog breed is beloved by many and can be an endearing companion. However, chow chows can often show aggression towards dogs of the same sex and, with their hunting background, may have a prey instinct directed towards cats and other small pets. As such, ...
The chow chow was a dog of many hats right from the start. These dogs have been known as sled pullers, hunters, livestock guarders and, unfortunately for them, dinner. The very name chow chow may come from the Chinese chou for edible, although most historians feel that the name is from...
The Chow Chow is a large ancient working dog breed from Northern China in the spitz family known for their lion-like appearance.
As described above, the Chow Chow is not a breed for everyone. Famously stubborn and potentially aggressive, this breed is likely to become a ‘problem dog’ in the hands of a novice owner. Chows are independent and dominant by nature, and in order to enjoy a happy relationship with their...
Northern China is the original home of the Chow Chow. In that region of China, the breed was known as the Songshi Quan –“the puffy-lion” dog. They have also been known in China as the “Dog of the Tang Empire” or the Tang Quan. The Chow is believed to be an ancient breed th...
households owning at least one dog (1). Barring major illness, the largest pet-related expense for dog owners is food. With this in mind, nutritionists are constantly researching new ways of formulating pet food to better meet the needs of the animal and the desires of the owner. More ...
Bohemian Shepherd dog breed information, history, grooming, pictures, health care and training information
Originally, the Hokkaido were hunting dogs, and their genetic makeup has been relatively safe from interbreeding with other dog breeds. Many Hokkaido dogs have a blue and black tongue, which might suggest they have a relation to Chow-Chows and/or Shar Pei dogs. In 1937, Japan recognized ...
8. Chow Chow Referred to as cat-like in appearance and attitude, the Chow dog is still a canine (even though they look more like a bear). If you are interested in one of these fur-babies, it is important to note that they are barely domesticated. ...
Pomeranian and Chow. Its ancestors are believed to have come to Europe many centuries ago, with the far North travelers. These dogs were preferred by farmers in 1400s and 1500s because of their guarding and innate watchdog capabilities, their protectiveness of kids and their gentle playfulness....