The Right Companion: Chow Chow

[famous447]

Only thing with Chows is that they are in their eyes Alpha at all times. If the owner isn't stepping up and taking charge the Chow will do whatever it pleases. The owner must be firm and dominant when owning one.

[KatyM423]

We took our Chow puppy to the dog park four times a week religiously. As an adult, we still take him once a week, along with walks three times a day. We go out of our way to introduce children, strangers, and other dogs to him. Socializing a Chow is no joke, but it's unbelievably rewarding. This dog is gentle enough to play with toddlers, but loyal and protective enough that he warded off four adult males during an attempted car-jacking. Can't ask for more in a dog.

[lafleurj9]

Chows are awesome dogs, but not for the novice. They are loyal to the end.

[YesWeCain8]

i don't know why, but i suddenly got hungry

[MrPillowfy]

These are really loyal dogs, but really keep them away from other dogs if they are not used to them, I cant express that enough.

[lbccwelderman]

hell know I got bit by a chow chow .. they are the worst dog to get . In fact there worse than a pitbull.

[LoveDoggsDawgs]

@lbccwelderman There are only the worst owners to get a Chow Chow or a Pit Bull. No dog is bad. When a dog is bad, you should just put the blame on the dog's owner.

[ReneFS]

I have two black chows of my own they are brother and sister but I had the boy fixed. Rocky and Misty are the most loving and loyal chows I have ever had. These are my fifth chows I've had and I would never get another breed. They are the best breed ever!!!!

Leticia

[Player6331]

These little doggies are tough but they're cute aswell.

[MrMethadrine]

i had a chow chow.But it was like having a furniture...so i ate it.

[CAMECAZI232]

@MrMethadrine u ATE it!?!?!

(screams and runs around in circles)

[blackout4491]

@CAMECAZI232 you know he's joking, right?

[zzremington]

Elvis loved Chows, had several.

[PureXlethal101]

yeah if you dont socialize a chow chow properly consider it a pretty mean one lol grandma had one and she woulndt walk it she'd keep it in the back yard the whole time and when jock got loose it was hell for any one who got by he was only nice to me and my grandma he didnt like any one else

[suckafree1973]

loved my chows to death and i getting a new one soon. i like the fact that they only bark when something is wrong

[xHaxiejj]

i have a chow chow oto but mine dont like other dogs and people ... dont know what to do >:O mine is 5 months is it to late to learn him?

[Lisica2008]

@xHaxiejj It is NOT TOO LATE to train your chow. You need to have your dog around other people, but it's important that the new people don't overwhelm your dog with attention. Let your dog get used to them on his own. As for other dogs, let your dog meet another dog on neutral territory while both dogs are on leashes and watch them closely. If they seem OK with one another, eventually let them off their leashes BUT WATCH THEM CLOSELY AND END THE MEETING IF EITHER GETS AGRESSIVE.

[Koolkid736]

i have had 1 chow before...her name was Storm she was a beutiful dog, i loved her so much. she actually died a few months ago from oldness mostly (she was 15 years old) and she was having strokes. :( I miss you big girl! :)

[kohwengyan]

What the lady said the video have some contradictions with what were said in "Dogs 101 - Chow Chow". Anyway, all my eight Chows are fabulous and great companions even though some are quite lazy, some like to bark, some are quiet, some are extremely active etc. It depends on the individual characteristics I think. They are all stay with me at my Condo

[KillLikeAids]

i have a chow... but shes much better looking than these, and i know shes pure because her tongue is black

[sandhilldiva]

i think dogs just like people have different personalities. my chow was a one person dog.loved the pond. and did not like anyone coming in the yard. it bit my ex mother in law once sigh.... i loved that dog lol

[aes620hb2]

it looks like a miniature bear 

[happybeauty614]

Just perfect!!!And super smart.

[VlcakStalker]

This is not a chow chow. This is an abomination created by the show ring.

[blackevilkitty42]

I have a Chow/Shepard and I have to say he couldnt be a better dog. He wont even go the bathroom unless he has privacy behind a bush. The only down thing I can say about them is that they are deathly afraid of water.

[MrAngelmann]

@blackevilkitty42 , Saw your comment, Yes I agree they do love their privacy...lol...But Chow`s are like people, some like water and some don`t.. I have several, and one of my boys` loves to play in the water all day, but then there are the other one`s that are afraid to get their feet wet...lol..

[PcWizTechProductions]

this video is totally wrong., chow chows require lots of excersise or they can develop bone problems at young age.

[hxcmexi]

@PcWizTechProductions

wrong. i prefer advice from an expert than some dumb bitch like you

[PcWizTechProductions]

@hxcmexi WTF read about them you douchebag, Our family has had chow chows for the past 5 generations. THey require daily walks or else the develop hip problems and everything else. So shut the fuck up you motherfucking bitch and go compain to someone else motherfucker

[hxcmexi]

@PcWizTechProductions

i'm sure you guys had chows for the past 5 generations.

But i will still go with the experts on this one instead of a fag like you

who thinks he knows everything.

[PcWizTechProductions]

@hxcmexi im not a fag who think he knows everything, and i agree you should turn to real experts and not some dude off the internet. All im am trying to say is that they need exercise

[MrPkmaster99]

i realy want to get lots of different breeds of dogs when ive got my old house im aiming for 4, japanese akita inu, black german shepherd, english bull terrier and a rottweiler are these dogs safe together and please someone tell me is to much or is it fine or can i get more if i have space or will it be very hard?

[Kwizii]

@MrPkmaster99 They will take a lot of your time but you will have a lot of fun in my opinion :) Get them one by one and play by year to see how much you can handle. One by one will also give you time to train each one before you get another, training will be essential, that they come when called, and not rambunctious. Maybe get the german shepherd first, as it is quite an easily trainable dog if you know what your doing. All dogs are safe together if they get to know each other first.

[krazyassboy]

i had chow mix with German Shepherd and it very playful and get alone with other dog. he a little big that normal chow!

[joshlemos23]

@FLReal

no one knows where they came from, some people think its from a Line of Mastiffs but some think that its from the Shar Pei

but then others think that it doesnt have any descendants and that its part of the the first dogs...well ever

so ya beautiful dogs and like you said its all about whos raising them and how well you socialize them to new things...and LOTS of new things at that.

[bubbachow21]

they are the right companion

[wroar96]

i had a chow he ran away to my uncles old house since he moved ;(

[americangalbasseyfan]

Mom, come see your favorite dog. (She had one as a child.)

[diegontoya1]

Fak!! now i don't know if i should get an Akita or a Chow Chow....or both? :) any suggestions? only people who know about these two breeds of course.

[billyoffire]

i would say an akita if you train them well a chow chow would be harder to train.

[shark159357]

Chow Chows are FAKE AND GAY ! lol

[FLReal]

You talk without any creditability. I have two chows. It all depends how your raise them.

They are fine around kids. Get a chow then talk.

They are amazing dogs. Direct Descendant of extinct Mongolian Mastiff.

[TurkishUltras]

bull fucking shit this idiot women is a fucking dumb cunt she has no problem leting her baby by her dogs...lmfao ok put your baby by a chow and tell me if theres any body parts remaining! Dumbass! chows HATE children and strangers with a compassion they only love their owners, they are very loyal and beuatiful dogs but dont conduse there cute looks with their attitude or else your dead

[Se7enSlottedToaster]

My friend has a Chow and I can't resist hugging it. So fluffyyyyy!!

[AmberSHAZAMM]

I love chow's. :] we have 2 chow mixes now, our oldest dog a full bred chow recently passed. they're such loyal dogs. I love it, one is chow border collie, and she's just so protective of my 1 year old newphew, he can pull her ears and her tail, the other is chow wolf, and again, so gentle with my nephew, he loves those two. :] chows are great dogs! they shed alot though! they're also quite stubborn xD

[KrobbleGoo]

These dogs are not very good for children as they tend to bite..... However though not every dog is the same they have their own personalities so if you lik the dog for his personality get him not for his breed

[likenoone]

I love Chows. I had 2 brothers, now 1 left.One of them passed away 3 mnths. ago. I still miss him a lot. He loved me much, was loyal to the fullest, sometimes hard to manage but his behavior was far beyond from an avarage dog. Istill have his brother 9 yrs.old. Very tranquil, loyal, chuby and handsome..

[cameronnnnnnnnnnnnn]

chow chow is not the oldest breed of dog the canaan is

[hxcmexi]

I have one and its an amazing dog. Very playful and smart

[deadflo]

Certainly extremely loyal creatures. I have two, one a red female, mostly pure bred, and now a black male > The male was a rescue that may have been abused. We spent alot of time socializing him with people, and now he is great, gets along great with our three cats.The female was the sweetest dog in the world, only lived to be seven, died of cancer. I will always have Chow dogs!!

[DoggyPoopsalot]

@deadflo Too bad the Chinese eat these dogs... Dogs are good to be friends, not food.

[munkyman23]

not so small weirs little lions! Love it, these dogs are the business, careful training and as much socialising as possible, that mean socialising with all people who regularly come to the house, friends, relatives, even the post man and all people and other pets it is likely to meet in the neighbourhood, also livestock and game if you live in a rural community! Not just the ppl who are actualy inside your house!

A fine breed of dog!

[FantasticPerson122]

My Chow Chow is black and she doesn't bite all at. She is actually scared of people who try to touch her. She has to smell them and get to know them first. But she loves to be around people. I can trust her to be a good dog. She loves purple bows in her hair.

[LifeIsForTheLiving]

I have one myself, puppy, creme coat. Very cute! btw; I never heard about anyone who got bit by a chow chow and we've had 3 in the family I personally knew. they aren't agressive at all but they do have their own mind. And water is a hell for a chow, it will sink like a brick if it swims. Recommend as a first dog? It is possible BUT it's also a dog with a book, they're nice to children as long as they met them from the beginning, patience is aquired.

[Four3lements]

Sexy.

[Clemmyna]

They aren't the oldest breed in the books! The Saluki is! Do some research, and Stop telling people dumb stuff just to get money. If you were correct, the world would b getting smarter not dumber, and you would get more money!

[kencc4791]

Clemmyna, look up "Ancient dog breeds" on Wikipedia. Also check out the latest DNA studies on breed's age.

[Clemmyna]

I have, and I know that it is an ancient dog breed, but that doesn't mean that it is the OLDEST breed! The Oldest Breed of Dog is the SALUKI! Because, I've done MY research(unlike some ppl, I'm not reffering 2 u) plus, on Dogs 101, they say that nearly every time the Bible says 'dog' it's reffering 2 a SALUKI! And when it's not, It's reffering to either a Basenji or an Afghan Hound!

[marijunhoney]

whatever nerd

[jjs4you2]

Wow, lighten up.

If'n you're good I might give you some nummy nummers! Now sit and don't speak! ;-)

[Clemmyna]

Do you have ANY idea who I am?

[Da6xy4ever]

gorgeous dogs.

[makingmayhem678]

are they a good breed to choose as your first dog?

[emogurl249]

i dont think chow chows would be a first good pet,if u dont have children they might be good, but they r very protective of their owner. for a first pet you should try getting a labrador, they r great dogs and love children.

[emogurl249]

i dont really like chow chows because. ppl say that they r more aggressive then pitbulls. and, my friends got attacked by one.

[candycocoa1]

chows are the best breed ever. i love 'em! they are clean, don't mind being alone, don't need a lot of exercise....they are just perfect! if you get them from a reputable breeder and socialize the chow at a young age, they are a good companion.

[specky83]

Exactly, I mean they are the perfect apartment dog (if you have a park nearby)

[lolz1666666666666]

chows are cute but real protective.

i went to my aunts once when i was five, and her chow just leaped on me and began biting me.

i have the scars on my elbows and face.

[Puff154]

very beautiful animal!

[PredatorHuntress666]

I love my dog.

She is a chow/lab/border collie mix.

Im certain she is the best dog i will ever have.

[NYhippie543]

It's so....fat and cute!

[xbalsamoloverx]

I know right! Im Getting a chow this weekend! so excited!

[ElnAlter]

its mostly fur. if you give a chow a bath, they become very skinny

[zacatecasrodriguez]

chows are cute but really stubberned.

with good training they are one of the best.

[moscowguppyxxx]

i wont own anything other than a chow by far da best breed chows do not liked 2 be touched except by their owners they dont warn like other breeds do they stand their ground and bite if touched they will bait you to 2 this also my mom had a 100 pound chow it NEVER bit me because i respected the fact it didnt want me 2 touch her chows r stubborn u will not force your will on them unless u r their master they are extremely loyal n very powerful respect them n their territory n they will not harm u

[UnsociableZombieFoxx]

They're very poofy and cute :3

[pimezon]

I wonder some times what chinese DONT eat. they eat everything from worms to dogs to dragons.

and about this breed... really cute and its a great incentive that its fur isnt as scary for maintenance as it looks. good deal!

[melinattttttttt]

pimezon, thats really offending.

your like those other people who base the asian culture off of stereotypes.

[JayDomination]

I wonder what the Chinese don't eat as well?

[melinattttttttt]

well, back then it was hard to find food.

so i guess its called S u r viving :P

im sure you would do the same if you had no food

[claudja777]

i want a chow chow so bad

[iyouchan]

The puppy chow is sooo adorable. They look like cubs and I would never let it go. I'd constantly hug it until I can't carry it anymore. So cute!

[broncodrock12]

my old dog dingo was half chow have german shepherd and he was the smartest dog ive come across yet. rip dingo .

[32kirayamato]

@broncodrock12 The collor of that dog is Black Right?

[Kaminaz1]

Nice pet my ass. my moms chowchow owned me when I was three. Still got scars. Theyre stubborn, and hate new people in their life.

[HammandClov]

They are nice. But generally they cling to their master and is particular about others. If you got owned when three - it's obviously the dog wasn't introduced to kids. Or most likely, you were not taught how to approach the dog as Chows are particular about being touched, etc. Yeah, they are stubborn but that's just the dog's nature.

[Kaminaz1]

It's hard to teach a 2 or 3 year old how to approach a dog. I was simply trying to pet him. There was a recent case where a Chowchow bit and killed a newborn that was brought home for the hospital. I believe theyre trainable, but their temperment is hard to control.

[morebooks2005]

Agreed.....horrible dog....I had a nice "introduction" when I was a kid to this "amazing" breed.....the owner forgot to tell me that his dog didn't like other people so when it started in one me and I thought it was playing, it actually drew blood......if they like you, you're fine,,,,if not, you are toast....fucking evil dogs...

[JayDomination]

You idiots... these are along the Spitz fighting dog line, of course they are going to be like that, especially when you bring strangers into a new setting... I find that with all dogs descending from Spitz, such as Akita/Tosa, you just need to have them let there way, because they will fight for it.

[tronbomb32]

It depends on owner, my chows would never do something like that ever. The owner must have been a dip shit.

[morebooks2005]

I don't doubt that....what I do know is that the chow had my arms for lunch,,,I remember the big lion head and the tongue that looked like a totrtilla chip

[SEORGJSGE]

chows are beautiful, especially the black ones.

[utternonsense1983]

A Chinese bas-relief from 150 BC shows a hunting dog similar in appearance to the Chow. Later, Chow Chows were bred as general-purpose working dogs for herding, hunting, pulling and guarding-----from wiki

[Queenofcars911]

This is a wonderful breed.

[kevo1264]

If your are looking for a pretentious dog breed that often involves you in lawsuits chow chows are the breed for you!

[kencc4791]

kevo1264, Like most things in life, nothing is completely idiot proof.

[kevo1264]

That didn't really make any sense, what a vague statement.

[satibablaze]

i have a chow chow rott mix his name is PANCHO he is the best dog ever!!!

[gracevmgroup]

I have had two chows, and they are quiet, they don't require a lot of exercise, and both of my chows were socialized from the time they were puppies and were very friendly. If you have a bad dog, then it's often the fault of the owner for improper training and socialization. I love chows, and both of mine were fabulous! It is still my breed of choice. As with any pet, however, researching a breed is important before you buy a dog!

[buzzflor]

Love my Josephine Chow Chow!

[popmypopy]

love my rocky chow chow

[pokemonchampion493]

@gracevmgroup mine died now i have a chow german shaperd mix

[Looneyfarm2000]

I've had 2 Chows in my lifetime (and currently a chow mix) and they are wonderful dogs. Loyal, great with my small kids and their friends and other people. (Birthday parties were the best!) They were the easiest dogs I've ever housebroken, too!

[soilder773]

but ima get 1...

[soilder773]

nope it aint a ppl friendly dog my grandma had 2 the first 1 kiki was like a tan color and it was mean it was always grauling so i never went near it then it died so she got a new 1it was black and named mokie it was cool but it was mean to it didnt do much grauling but it barked all the time and i got bit pletty of times like i would pet it and i would pull my hand away and it would lock on to it. i started bleeding n shit not cool.

[MajorasPianos]

The breed isnt bad. Its certain dogs, and certain onwers Maybe your grandma didnt raise him right. Or maybe the dogs were from a bad strain. I hate people who classify breeds as 'good' or 'bad'. Get over your stupid fears and give the dog a chance. Its because of people like you that dog bans are being made.

[buzzflor]

Is English one of your languages? If so, please write it so we can understand what it is you are trying to communicate.

[TatianaSOMUSICALMIND]

My Chow is no where near quiet!!!!!

I don't know where they got that from. As far as aggression goes Chows are 1 people dogs. They will tolerate others but they are typically loyal to one. They can be aggressive towards strangers but that typically happens when their "mommy" or "daddy" is around. They are natural protectors. Bottom line good socialization and training counts for everything. These are the best dogs!

[nhgypsy65]

If someone was bitten by a Chow, DON'T BLAME THE BREED. Dogs (ANY breed) are like children. If it has good bloodlines and you raise it right, it won't be a biter. People need to stop blaming the breed!! My Chow is a sweetheart, and he is 12 years old now.

[itsChristinaSade]

i miss my chow.

[chowchessie10]

I have a chow mix--she has Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Karelian bear dog in her background. I've owned her nearly 3 years. She is not a dog for everyone, but she's been good for my family, and she's smart. She's fierce and protective, but I trained her not to bite when she was a puppy. She has never bitten.

[zoe1974]

Quiet? Haven't met my two Chows... but yes, a fantastic breed: loyal, smart, beautiful. They have a ton of personality and are stubborn, no matter how well socialized they are, and ours are. You can't be a wuss with a chow (by that, I do NOT mean that corporal punishment is OK.. it's not). They really do not destroy stuff... we still have stuffed toys from our first chow's puppyhood 5 years ago. Chows are friggin' awesome.

[peccadilloangel]

My chow is 12. I've had her since 6 months. She's a shelter dog, yet is full blood chow. I've worked with her since I got her--to make sure she is socialized, loved and has discipline. She is stubborn but knows her boundaries. She has lived with hamsters, another mixed breed chow (who was 10 weeks when we got him) and currently lives with two house rabbits who play around her. She has never been aggressive after being introduced. I am confident in her but also careful.

[2bdefacto]

Sorry to hear about the bites. I have 2 Chows myself and they are and can be a lovable loyal breed. You have to understand that Chows are a very old breed, statues 5k years old have been found of them. They were not used as a companion but rather as a war dog, pulling carts, fur trade and a food source. Never as a friend, so they have a mistrust of strangers and must be socialized, unfortunately some of the owners of this beautiful animal are too stupid and irresponsible to even own a goldfish.

[nyerndc]

I was severely bitten by one of these dogs after petting it. This not people friendly dog. Beware!

[OfficerMarisa]

Chows are not the best breed for everyone/anyone. They DO have a certain personality traits and tendencies that DO NOT mesh well with every owner or every environment. Not all chows are "mean." But they certainly CAN be. They are by far my favorite breed of all time.

[cubme29]

Zomfg

Tinny lions (favorite dog) I have alot of vfavorite dogs XD

[lovepeterw2911]

Hehe. Little lions..

[Matsoukeos]

i dont know what you all ppl say,but i love my 8 months old blue female chow chow named Balou more than myself :P

[acekingie]

aww good for you.

[GDR352]

I had a chow mix dog for a few years. Smartest dog I've ever known, a true dog genius, but just as stubborn as the day is long. Loved me, hated strangers. I've also known a black purebred chow that was kept as a yard dog at an asphalt plant. The wealthy plant owner put him there after he bit the newspaper boy, the mail man, the house maid, and anyone else he could get his teeth into. After two full years of coaxing I got him so I could put a leash on him and walk him around the property.

[xoOMGxocutie]

idk why chows have such a bad reputation. and why r u saying that doberman pinscers are better? All dogs are special in their own way, you shouldnt judge them. But chows are very protective and will bite if u pass its territory.

[TomMikeAvaMilan]

I have had chows my whole life. Only get one from a qualifed breeder. This women is somewhat misleading. She's only use to blue blood dogs. Most buy from a puppy mill sad to say. The SPCA hates to go on Chow calls. They are a stuborn breed and are very agressive. One family dog, even if socialized. There great but you must be dog savy about this breed. Buyer beware. Most Chows are put down for agresssion. Ask any vet. There called the lion dog for a reason.

[Tomahawk52]

My neighbors had a black chow. The chow loved me cause I saw him a few times a week when he was young, and I pet him along the fence whenever I saw him.

But 2 years later (2001), that damn chow came out of their yard and killed my 15 yr old cat that was in our side bushes. He mauled her and snapped her neck. We had to put her to sleep.

I don't put the full blame on him - the neighbor's youngest son was a total jackass who is currently in jail for stealing and possession of drugs.

[holypaper]

I was attacked by a chow when I was younger. Nothing too serious though. However, I've learned of 2 other people who've been attacked by chows as well. Also, my friend right now has a chow/mix and it has minor aggression problems that the he has to constantly watch when friends come over. They've been know to kind of snap from time to time. I'm sure they are great with the owner...but personally, I see nothing appealing about this breed. It takes a special person I suppose. My friend loves it.

[hontos12]

they have blue or purple toungs right??

[locationmojo]

bam bam di dam bam bam di dam bam

[lexd9]

its weird because of its face it looks like a fat face

[NicoleSarah2525]

the chinese chowed down on the chow chow.

[mouskaka4]

haha good 1 :)

[lexd9]

i owuld say that the doberman pinscher is the right companion and more protective, this dog how ever is small and weird

[HammandClov]

How is it weird?

[flynnbadillo]

chows aren't that small. my chow weighs 55 lbs and my old chow king weighed over 65