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| Breed: Chow Chow | Group (AKC): Non-Sporting |  |
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| Country of Origin | ancient China |
| Type of coat | dense, lion-like mane, extreme shedding!!! May be rough or smooth. |
| Grooming | daily brushing required, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning - Sensitive to touch - begin grooming early |
| Average height | 16-20 inches |
| Average weight | 50-65 pounds |
| Activity level | high outdoors, low indoors |
| Watchdog | yes, very capable, alert to every noise and strange situation |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | medium |
| Trainability | stubborn and resistant, be firm and consistent, may bite |
| Compatibility with children | may not tolerate, supervision required |
| Character | aloof, devoted to owner, alert, protective, serious |
| Ideal home environment | house with fenced yard - Do not leave unattended, may become overly territorial. |
| Ideal owner | quiet, strong, predictable leader with time to train and socialize |
| Suggestions: | Early socialization and puppy training is mandatory. |
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