Advice for new chow owner

[krislitfo]

Hi There.

Myself and my girlfriend have just got our first chow chow and we where just after a bit of advice if we may as we where wondering what more seasoned chow owners did to dry their bib off after they have had a drink? We have been advised a couple of things like talcum powder or corn powder but we wanted to check on here as well for some advice on whats best to do

Thanks everyone, we will be posting some pictures up of our chow soon!!

Kris

[Rory's Dad]

Just use a towel. Or if they will tolerate it, a bandana/bib isnt a bad idea. Most grow out of it. If it really is an issue, try a shallower bowl, but i really think just be prepared to wipe them down.

[krislitfo]

Thanks Rory's Dad! I thought that's probably the case. I read online last night that one chow owner left a towel by the dogs bowl and the chow wiped their own mouth afterwards so we are going to try that too

Thanks for your help!

[Discipula]

You can get water bowls that have a plastic cover with just a small round opening so their fur doesn't get all wet, it is what we used for our show Chows, however I cannot remember where we got them. They are probably available at a big pet store.