Chow Shepherd
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AKA: |
Sheprachow |
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Mispellings: |
Chowshepard |
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Living with a Chow Shepherd
Personality: The Chow Shepherd is an intelligent, aloof dog with an independent spirit.
Temperament: The Chow Shepherd is protective like a German Shepherd tends to be but more friendly to strangers then a purebred.
Family Dog: Some Chow Shepherds are not good with other pets. If raised with them from a young age they may be fine with them. They can be good with children but some may have tendency to snap or bite.
Shedding: The Chow Shepherd is a heavy shedder expecially during the summer and winter.
Grooming: The Chow Shepherd should not need professional grooming. They should be brushed regurlarly and bathed when needed.
Behavior: The Chow Shepherd is a watchful and playful dog.
Barking: The Chow Shepherd barks very little.
Exercise: The Chow Shepherd requires at least 30 minutes of exercise a day.
Chow Shepherd Appearance
Size: The average height of the Chow Shepherd is 18 to 23 inches tall with an average weight of 40 to 80 pounds.
Companionship: The Chow Shepherd makes a great one person companion dog.
Body: The Chow Shepherd has a powerful, muscular, sturdy build.
Color: The coat of the Chow Shepherd can be cream & white, fawn or black and tan with typical German Shepherd markings.
Coat: The coat of the Chow Shepherd is long, abundant, coarse, thick and profuse.
Chow Shepherd Facts
Life Expectancy: The average life expectancy of the Chow Shepherd is 11 to 12 years.
Chow Shepherd Health
Allergies: The Chow Shepherd may be allergic to flea bites.
Health: The Chow Shepherd may be prone to hip dysplasia.
* The most accurate way to determine characteristics of a mixed breed is by researching the parent breeds.
** Not all dogs being represented by this name consist of the exact percentages listed above.
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