Instructions
Examine the head of the dog. It should be larger than the rest of the body and the facial expression appears as if it looks down on the rest of the world with a scowl. They possess a distinct furrow that begins at the base of the muzzle and extends up into the forehead.
Look at the face of the Chow. They have deep-set eyes and are dark brown with black rims. Their eyes are set wide apart.
Feel the ears and note that they have small, thick ears that are rounded at the tip. When they run, their ears appear to be floppy.
Examine the mouth of the dog. They have pronounced black lips and a remarkable blue-black tongue.
Observe that the Chow is between 17 to 20 inches in height at the shoulder and will weigh between 40 to 70 lbs. The Chow comes in five distinct colors, which are red, cinnamon, black, blue and cream.
Feel the fur of the Chow. They have a double coat that can feel either coarse or smooth. It is a dense coat and composed of straight hair. The tail is feathered.
How to Identify a Chow Chow
The Chow Chow breed is lost in Chinese antiquity as to the origins. Some believe that they may have come from the Arctic and migrated down to the Mongolian regions. But they are regal in nature and have the appearance of being a cross between a lion and a bear. Their history was as hunters, herding, draft and protection dogs. Read on to learn more.