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History
The Chow Chow is a breed of spitz. It originated from Mongolia and was transported to China by migrants approximately 2000 years ago. The Mongolians reared the dog for human consumption.
The name Chow Chow is believed to have come from the word 'chaou', meaning 'dog of great strength'.
The Chinese used the Chow Chow as a working dog; it was generally used for pulling heavy loads.
The Chow Chow was introduced into Britain in 1781. It is believed to have been transported here by the Dutch East India Company. It is said that the Chow Chow was one of the many breeds kept by Queen Victoria, but the dog did not become well established until the early part of the 1900's.
The Chow Chow as a pet
The Chow Chow is a strong-willed dog and makes a very reliable guard dog. It is not good with children, but it can be a very loyal and affectionate companion. |
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Height:
46-56cms
Weight:
19-32kg
Lifespan:
11-12 yrs |
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Colour:
usually a solid colour of black, blue, fawn, red, cream or white |
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Coat:
Dense, profuse and should stand-off the body. There should be a double coat. The undercoat should be soft and woolly, whilst the top coat should be coarser in texture. |
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Lawrence Slicker
Medium Tender Care
The classic soft slicker brush. Light aluminium construction with cushioned pad.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £4.00
Dollar price: $5.80 |
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Lawrence Shedder
Standard Size
Serrated stainless steel blade removes dead and loose hair.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £5.50
Dollar price: $7.97 |
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Braun-Wettberg Brush
Pure Bristle Standard
Using only pure bristle with a pneumatic rubber pad. All wood from managed forests. Made in Germany |
Sterling price: £6.25
Dollar price: $9.06 |
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Spratts Comb
No.72
22mm medium tooth comb. Made from solid brass with heavy duty chrome plating. Made in Sheffield, England |
Sterling price: £6.50
Dollar price: $9.42 |
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Grooming your Chow Chow
Grooming requirements: Regular daily brushing is required, or at least twice a week, with a long bristled brush. Watch out for matting, which is most likely to occur behind the ears and under the joints. Extra long hair growing on the ears or feet should be removed. Hair growing between the pads should also be removed by scissoring.
Tools required:
Long bristle brush, comb, shedder, scissor
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