Chow Chow

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).

Chow Chow

A cinnamon Chow Chow puppy
Other names	Chow
Country of origin	China
Traits Weight Male 40–90 lb (18–41 kg) Female 35–85 lb (16–39 kg) Height 17 to 22 inches (43 to 56 cm) Coat Thick and coarse Litter size 4–7 Life span 11–13 years
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Chow Chow Media

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  Red Craze, a prominent male red Chow Chow, c. Early 1900s

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  Chow-Chow from 1915

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  A female Chow Chow competing in dog agility

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  Dense double coat on a male Chow Chow

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  Bluish lips and oral cavity

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  Sturdy build, square in profile

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