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by ayesha22
Thu Jan 11, 2018 6:02 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Any breeders select for Chow "VIII" type?
Replies: 3
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Any breeders select for Chow "VIII" type?

Hi, I'm having trouble finding reputable breeders that breed for temperament and the original, "VIII" Chow type. All reputable breeders I've found in the states breed for the newer, stockier type. The "puppy mill" dogs often resemble the old type, but I'm wondering if any reputab...
by ayesha22
Mon Jan 08, 2018 8:44 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: chow as a service dog? (deep pressure therapy)
Replies: 0
Views: 4273

chow as a service dog? (deep pressure therapy)

Would a Chow make a good psychiatric service dog that would do deep pressure therapy on someone with anxiety? I love the breed, find the temperament easy to live with in apartments, but wonder whether anybody has any ideas or experience with Chows performing these sorts of tasks. Thank you in advance!