Hi. I'm from the Philippines. Using a very big umbrella is the best that you can use of course for rain showers. No problem at all if the temperature hovers at or below 37 degrees Celsius (100F), I am sure he will not overheat in the rain for 20 minutes while in it (raincoat). You will remove it onc...

I am so sad to hear your chow has such. She will have it forever BUT can be lessened by medication. I hope you will not breed her as it can be passed on to her pups and grandpups. I can't help but reflect on the fact that such condition is unheard of in my country's native dogs. I wonder if it has s...

Oh well that is a misunderstanding Rory's Dad. I was stumped when the OP replied something about coat color.

Smooth = short haired
Rough = long haired

Both has what we call double coat though.

Don't call me crazy because I did not call you in particular STUPID. Can you not be civil? I know what I am talking about and your dog is not his dog or her dog so would you please stop generalizing and keep citing your dog is like this is like that when in fact you have not even met the OP's dog! Y...

If you do not need a seeing dog or a guide dog, and if you just need a companion dog who will protect you from intruders, and do not need a lap dog, Chows are for you. They generally keep to themselves, but will stay with you and would not mind if you forget about him being there. They would always ...

Not an expert on this but check out this link http://www.xin-feng.nl/en/550e-chowcoat.html

I would prefer a smooth coated chow than a rough one. I don't do shows. If you do show, you'll be better off with a rough coat. they win most of the time (I guess)

Sorry to scare some of you but I was just stating a possibility. I have dogs all my life and have kids too and it scares me more to see a video of a growling dog while being petted by a toddler and the adults are laughing in the background and letting the child do touching hugging the canine while t...

Thanks Rory's Dad. Been a while. Yes it is (Mendelian). BTW, I recently interbred Cassie to our local native dog. Reason: 1. I like to have additional companions since Blue passed away. 2. Cassie would not mate naturally with any other chow. She'll have temper flare out even at the height of estrus/...

The dog should not be allowed to go near the baby until about 18 months. You can even if the baby is 8 months only, IF you are carrying the baby but only for seeing and not for touching or sniffing (face to face) as I deemed it not necessary. The chow can smell the baby's feet. The dog will get used...

I think it is doable even with two year old chows. I have known someone have a baby but had chowdrens. Be cautious always, put gates between the baby and the chow. Don't leave them alone unattended. Soon in 5-6 years time when the baby grows at that age, they would get along. Do not throw caution in...

eczema is a complication of hotspot if it is left as it is.

I am sorry you feel that way. But puppies are not born into this world tailored-fit to our preferences or wishes as if they can be designed. The advance deposit you made cannot guarantee that also. You are naive by believing the breeder when he promised you a male rough coat pup. How else will he kn...

The treatment is NOT harsh and IT has no side effects at all. I recommend you listen to the veterinarian. This kind of treatment can be as long as 6 months. Then you maintain oral tablets every month from thence

See the Mendelian chart.
Of course the pup is bound to inherit the features of the parent dogs. My dog got her color and facial expression from her mom, but her over-all look, she got from her cream colored dad.

food aggression is common among dogs if the Alpha is nowhere in sight

Hi! I'm from the Philippines too. I see nobody have replied to you yet and I am only here every once in a while. Owning a chow is a delight. They are easy to potty train and they keep to themselves, not very clingy but would certainly keep you company (from a distance) all the time = keeping an eye ...

Cassie is also being attacked randomly when I walk her, soo I always bring a stick with me for any unwanted attention. I dont walk her much. she is free to roam our fenced home.

8 years old is nearing senior age. You have to be ready for the medical costs he/she can rack up from visits to the vet. Also, have him/her visit your other dog or vice versa and see how they bond or not before you take the plunge.

If you have two dogs already (and what do you mean by "part-time"?), I would recommed to get JUST ONE(1) chow pup. Chow's temperament is not the same as most dog breeds, they wanted their own space most of the time. When they keep to themselves, they dont want other dogs to invade that space. There ...

Personally I would not put down any of my dogs and most especially when you see their will to live another day. If you want, you can stop giving too much medications as these only exacerbate the condition (side effects which your pet can never be able to tell you about) and a drain on your finances....

If that is your dream, train as early as now. Get a 20 feet leash, or you can improvise by making your own leash. Can start with 15 feet. Make sure though that it will not cause cuts to your pup. meaning, you'll need to buy a rope that is soft on the outside. You can even increase the length of your...

Hello Tychowgirl. females also mark territory. You'll know it is marking because they'll pee a little. Squat and then pee a little, after which they would walk away. They do it during walks and in the early mornings outside the garden or lawn within your home lot.

As long as she is active and happy, nothing to worry about. I have observed Clover having longer mane as compared to her look alike Cassie. Maybe thinning comes with her age. It will probably grow back but not as abundant as before as Rory's Dad pointed out. Cassie's hair also is thinner now on her ...

Colette, I would say right now there are two types of Chowchow (not their fur appearance). One is bred for show and this kind tend to be the lazy ones as someone said in the above thread though they are not really lazy - just low strung. They are plump, their face is somewhat wrinkled. They are easy...

Congratulations too on your chow pup. Seems like you are on your way to becoming a great carer to him. But giving small morsels of food to people outside your immediate family circle so they can feed it to him is not the best idea UNLESS you plan to show your dog in contests. You see, you are traini...