Nickname        : The Dog with the Black Tongue

Breed Origins : Ancient Times - China

Breed usage     : Hunting & pointing dog - fur pelts and food source

Dog Weight      : 45 - 70 Pounds

Dog Height       : 17 to 20 inches to the shoulder

History
Chow Chow originates from China and was bred originally as a hunting & pointing dog but it was also used for its fur pelts and as a source of food. It’s origins can be dated back to antiquity. The Chow is famous for its unusual tongue which is black-blue in color. This dog is classified as one of the Non-Sporting Dog Group. The Chow Chow was first Registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1903. These dogs vary in every conceivable way from size, temperament, features and coats

All Information and Tips About This Dog :

• Coat and Colours information
  The Chow Chow’s coat is normally a shade of black, red, blue, fawn and cream. The coat is normally dense and coarse with a pronounced ruff around the head and neck.

• Health information - potential problems
  Resolving dog health problems, including those of the ChowChow, can prove to be costly and it would be wise to consider the benefits of obtaining dog health insurance. Common health problems and questions occur in relation to the Bones, Joints, Muscles, Nerves, Ears, Eyes, Teeth and the Mouth. Other, more serious, issues can relate to the Digestive System, Heart & Respiratory Systems, Immune & Blood Systems, Reproduction and Urinary Systems. Potential health problems of the Chow Chow can include:
  • Elbow Dysplasia (abnormal development of elbow joint)
  • Cataract
  • Entropion (the inversion, or turning inward, of the border of the eyelid against the eyeball)
  • Gastric Torsion
  • The life expectancy for this particular breed is 12 – 15 years.

• Grooming and Care
  Chow Chow requires weekly care and grooming. Grooming consists of not only brushing out the coat and bathing but also giving attention to the eyes, teeth, ears, feet and nails. A regular routine also ensures that any potential health problems are identified as quickly as possible.