Chow Chow

Non Sporting (AKC:1903)

Northern Breeds (UKC)

Aloof

Independent

Loyal

Quiet

Intelligent

Protective

Detached

Black

Blue

Cinnamon

Cream

Red

Average $1200 - $2000 USD

Chow Chow puppies are a costly breed of dog. The average cost of buying a Chow Chow puppy from reputable breeders ranges between $1,200 and $2,000. The breeders may even charge up to $4,000 if the puppy comes from a bloodline that has won a show competition due to its superior quality.

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The Chow Chow will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. It is relatively inactive indoors and a small yard is sufficient. Sensitive to heat, can live in or outdoors in cooler weather.

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Not Good with Kids: In isolation, this dog breed might not be the best option for kids. However, to mitigate the risks, have the puppy grow up with kids and provide it with plenty of pleasant and relaxed experiences with them. This breed is also friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers.

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Chow Chows can be lazy, but need to be taken for a daily walk. Dogs that do not get to go on daily walks are more likely to display a wide array of behavior problems.

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High Maintenance: Grooming should be performed often to keep the dog's coat in good shape. Professional groomers can be sought after for assistance.

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Hypoallergenic: NoThey are prone to suffer eye irritation called entropion, caused by eyelid abnormality; this can be corrected with surgery. Also prone to hip dysplasia, stomach cancer, hot spots and ear infections. Because of their relatively short muzzles they often snore.

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Constant and Seasonal Shedding: Chow breed will heavily shed their fur in the seasons of spring and fall, which requires more grooming attention than other seasons. It is important that owners use the correct tool in order to avoid harming the skin and facilitate grooming.

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Difficult Training: The Chow Chow is not known as the most obedient dog in the world, but some will learn quickly. Some experts say the short-haired variety learns faster than the long-haired variety. In either case, training must be consistent and firm. Some Chow Chows may be resistant to leashes and collars.

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The Chow Chow originated in Asia thousands of years ago. While the ancestors of this breed are unknown, the breed can be traced back at least 2,000 years to the Han dynasty of China. The Chow Chow originated as a sporting dog, used by Chinese aristocrats to hunt pheasant and partridge. The name “Chow Chow” is derived from pidgin-english slang used by sea captains to describe the contents of cargo crates full of miscellaneous Chinese goods. These oriental dogs became popular during the Victorian era in England and first appeared in the United States in 1890. Today, the Chow Chow is primarily a family companion and guard dog.