The Chow is a dog breed that is native to northern China; it is referred to as Songshi-Quan which translates to ”puffy-lion dog”. It is a sturdily built dog with a broad skull and small, triangular ears that are erect with rounded tips. It is known for its dense double coat that is thicker in the neck area giving it a mane appearance. Other distinctive traits are its blue-black tongue, very straight hind legs, and a curly tail. They are most commonly kept as pets, as they are fiercely protective of their owners and property.
Chow Chows have a withers height between 17”-20” (43-51 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-70 lb (20-32 kg). The Chow Chow has an overall body length of roughly 25”-29” (64-74 cm), standing height between 20”-23” (51-58 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-15 years.
The Chow is a dog breed that is native to northern China; it is referred to as Songshi-Quan which translates to ”puffy-lion dog”. It is a sturdily built dog with a broad skull and small, triangular ears that are erect with rounded tips. It is known for its dense double coat that is thicker in the neck area giving it a mane appearance. Other distinctive traits are its blue-black tongue, very straight hind legs, and a curly tail. They are most commonly kept as pets, as they are fiercely protective of their owners and property.
Chow Chows have a withers height between 17”-20” (43-51 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-70 lb (20-32 kg). The Chow Chow has an overall body length of roughly 25”-29” (64-74 cm), standing height between 20”-23” (51-58 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-15 years.
