Chow Chow Breed Information
Chow Chows 2010 Wall Calendar
Originally bred in China to be hunting dogs and guardians, Chow Chows can be willful, protective, and quite independent. Chows have distinctive blue-black tongues and almost completely straight hind legs. Though reserved, they are also loyal and intelligent. Those who appreciate this ancient breed will enjoy this charming 2006 Chow Chows wall calendar.
| Other Names | None | |||
| Country of Origin | Chine | |||
| Approximate Date of Origin | Antiquity | |||
| AKC Group | Non-sporting Group | |||
| First Use | Guarding, cart pulling | |||
| Today's Use | Companion | |||
| Life Expectancy | 10 - 12 years | |||
| Coat | Long, thick, abundant, soft with a soft wooly undercoat | |||
| Color | Black, red, blue, cinnamon, cream or white | |||
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| Approximate Height | 18 - 22 in | |||
| Approximate Weight | 50 - 65 lbs | |||
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| Thrives is Hot Climates | No | |||
| Thrives in Cold Climates | Yes | |||
| Easy to Train | No | |||
| Good With Other Dogs | No | |||
| Good With Other Pets | Somewhat | |||
| Good with Children | No | |||
| Good as a Watchdog | Yes | |||
| Good For Protection | Yes | |||
| Recognized by... | AKC | CKC | FCI | KC |
| Noisiness | Below Average | |||
| Common Health Problem | Hip displasia, skin problems, entropion | |||
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