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15 Incredible Facts About Chow Chows That You Didn't Know

Published: by Ekaterina Sova · This post may contain affiliate links

It's no surprise that chowchows are the fluffiest and the perfect cuddle buddy you'll ever have! But there's more to them than meets the eye! So here are 15 incredible facts about chowchows that you probably didn't know.

#1 Motherland

White Chow Chow sitting on the floor
China is the birthplace of Chow. The image of this dog can be found on the ancient Chinese bas-reliefs of the Han dynasty, where the chow is depicted as a hunting dog. Such bas-reliefs date back to 150 BC! In China, Chow was used as an excellent hunting dog for game and, sadly, the Chinese loved chow-chow meat, and its fur was a great commodity!

#2 Appearance in Europe

A large Chow Chow lying on the grass while sticking its tongue out
According to surviving sources it is known that the first chow-chow was introduced to Europe in 1880, it appeared in England. The dogs were exhibited at the London Zoo. Queen Victoria really liked Chow Chows. From England, the dog came to the United States. A separate breed of a Chow Chow was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903, and already in 1906 a Chow Chow Club appeared in America. This dog ranks 65th among the registered breeds.

#3 Character.

A Chow Chow standing by the falls
Some people compare the character of the Chow Chow with the cat: they are just as discreet, intelligent and stubborn. Despite their sullen appearance, well-educated Chows never show aggression. The Chows are very sociable, but they will only play with family members, but these dogs treat strangers with distrust. If the Chow notices that the stranger is a threat to the owner or family, then it is likely that the pet will give a fitting rebuff. However, the Chow Chow may allow a stranger to stroke himself, but this is possible only in the presence of the host. The dogs of this breed require a process of early socialization, which must begin to carry out from the first days of the appearance of the puppy in the house.

#4 Unique features.

A red Chow Chow sitting in the field of grass
Dark blue tongue, wool resembling a teddy bear, the appearance of a lion and a beautiful, slightly unnatural, gait.

#5 Attitude towards people.

A cream Chow Chow lying on the grass with its tongue out
Quite often, the Chow is characterized as an aggressive animal towards people. Such cases are when the socialization of the dog, and its training began at a later age. Early socialization will be the key to the normal development of the animal, the dog will understand who is a stranger, and who is his own, will be able to correctly assess the potential threat and make adequate decisions.

#6 Dimensions.

A red Chow Chow standing on the pavement in the garden
The Chow Chow grow to medium size. The muzzle of the Chow Chow is wide, which is caused by the peculiarities of the shape of the head, the dog has small triangular ears, smooth thick hair, the color of which can vary from red, black, milky to white. The tail of the dog is medium long, twisted up.

#7 Scammers.

A black Chow Chow sitting in the street
Beware of those dog breeders who are trying to sell red Chow Chows are more expensive than puppies of a different color. The same should be said about those who are trying to increase the value of a puppy because of its supposedly unique color: lilac, silver or chocolate. The natural color of the Chow is red, black, milky or white. And do not believe, if they tell you that red color is a real rarity!

#8 Caring for a Dog.

A brown Chow Chow sitting on top of the table while while looking outside the window
The Chow Chow has a thick coat, which can be of two types: hard and soft. In both cases, there is the upper part of the coat and the undercoat. And it has not quite a pleasant property - to collect various organic substances, which means it requires regular and high-quality care. If the owner of the dog is negligent with the issue of grooming, the problem will be guaranteed.

#9 Claws.

A large Chow Chow with black, brown, and white colors standing on the grass with its tongue out
Be sure to monitor not only the coat, but also the growth of the claws of the Chow Chow. Perform a weekly grooming procedure! Active dogs need grooming less often. It should be borne in mind that long claws will break off, which can lead to pain, discomfort, and in some cases can even lead to a number of infectious diseases. If you hear a light claw of claws on a hard surface while the dog is moving, be sure to take it to a veterinarian or a professional groomer for trimming, or carry out the appropriate procedure yourself.

#10 Grooming.

A brown wet Chow Chow standing in the bathtub
To maintain the Chow's wool in good condition, it is necessary to comb it out on average 2-3 times a week.

#11 Loyalty.

A gray Chow Chow puppy sitting on the floor behind the fence
The Chows are very attached to their owner and family members, but they treat strangers with caution.

#12 Socialization.

A cream Chow Chow walking in the grass
The Chows need early socialization, which will allow the dogs to adapt to the human society and understand the rules of behavior in the family.

#13 Owner

A cream Chow Chow sitting in the forest
The Chow Chows are very independent and love to abstract from others. Therefore, the dog needs a master with leadership qualities.

#14 Ears.

A red Chow Chow sitting in snow
A thorough weekly ear check is a must. It is necessary to examine the ears for infections, inflammations and irritations. If the dogs' ears are dirty, they must be rubbed with a swab dipped in a special solution prescribed by a veterinarian. Cotton ears are better not to wipe. For this you can use special tampons.

#15 Teeth.

A red Chow Chow sitting on the pavement in the street
Brush teeth as often as possible. This will help maintain healthy teeth and fresh breath.

#16 Stubbornness

A brown Chow Chow sitting on the ground with a field of small yellow flowers
The Chow Chow is a faithful dog, but at the same time very stubborn. When cutting, be sure to leave the hair long enough in the area of the gate. This will be not only a distinctive feature of the breed, but also a fairly effective method of dealing with stubbornness. You will be able to grab the dog by the collar, while not delivering any painful sensations to it. Always keep calm, and communication with animals will bring only positive emotions.
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