Chow Chow

Chow Chow
A cinnamon Chow Chow puppy
Other namesChow
OriginChina
Traits
Height 17 to 22 inches (43 to 56 cm): 4–5 
Weight Males 40–90 lb (18–41 kg)
Females 35–85 lb (16–39 kg)
Coat Thick and coarse
Colour
  • Red (light gold to deep red-brown)
  • Cinnamon (light tan to brown)
  • Black
  • Cream
  • Blue
Litter size 4–7
Life span 11–13 years
Kennel club standards
China Kennel Union standard
FCI standard
Dog (domestic dog)

The Chow Chow is a breed of dog that originated in China and is believed to be one of the oldest dog breed. It has a large head, a curly tail and a blue tongue. It has a thick coat of fur and can be either rough or smooth. Most Chow Chows are a reddish brown or black color. It stands about 17–20 inches (43–51 cm) and weighs 45–70 pounds (20–32 kg).

References

  1. 1 2 3 Wilcox, Charlotte (April 1, 1999). The Chow Chow. Capstone. ISBN 978-0-7368-0159-1.
  2. ↑ "Chow Chow Health & Care Information". AKC. Retrieved February 11, 2017.
  3. ↑ "Chow Chow". Encyclopædia Britannica Online. Retrieved 2010-08-22.