CHOW CHOW PUPPIES - Dangerous to kids?

[@snowmenot]

“What are you looking for in a guard dog?” “Fluffiness.”

[@cashflownpv]

Most underrated comment ever!!1

[@nimueh4298]

The bouncing furball it’s really intimidating.

[@keithdanks20]

Don't be fooled by the teddy bear looks, these dogs are very protective of their family, I have 3 and they are all soft babies. Someone attempted to mug me 2 years ago when I was walking my baby boy, (Cong-male chow)he was 18 months old at the time, I still have my boy and it wasn't me that sorted it!

[@keithdanks20]

​@@nimueh4298 you've got no idea bro

[@777hobi]

Chow chows are very protective. They love their owners and get attached to the one that takes care of them. People ambush me all the time, so it's pretty hard to have a nice relaxing walk with my Max. A lot of people think just because chows are cute they can run towards them. That is a big problem.

[@michaelrodriguez9325]

Even children, that are not supervised. This is why I find it hard to socialize my Chow. I take him during various times of the day for a walk where there's less people. The way I see it is, as long as he's good with my wife and I, his vet and his groomer, then I'm ok. For those he doesn't see to often, we supervise. Smokey is 11 now.

[@niccidean2659]

This is why my friend has taken to her dogs wearing a harness that reads “do not pet”, no matter the breed of dog, being rushed at is overwhelming & stressful which can cause a reactive dog a lot of confusion. Our dog harness reads “in training “, I’m seriously thinking to change it to “do not pet”

[@bohemianwriter1]

@@michaelrodriguez9325 Hmm. Used to dog sit a chow chow for some family friends from when I was 11. Never experienced a single growl or sign of aggression towards strangers when I walked him. Wouldn't mind adopting one myself these days.

[@annag467]

Fo sho. The chow is right to warn strangers not to get close without your approval

[@VeryOrc]

True. I have an akita inu, and we have the same problem every single time I take her for a walk. People just go "awwwww" and try to pet her without asking for approval. They are lucky she's a good girl and never harmed anyone, but it's still annoying for her and us.

[@whitebird5383]

When I was a toddler we had a Chow Chow, my mother said our Chow was the best baby sitter ever always watching over me. Chows are sweet, loving and very loyal. Do not believe all the negative stuff. There are no bad Chows, only bad owners.

[@teenytinyT]

I agree! My uncle had a chow chow that always babysitted my cousin as a toddler and would even let my cousin ride on her back. The chow chow was so gentle, smart and restrained

[@dereksbooks]

Correction: there are no bad dogs. Only bad owners.

[@jenniferhcsmith-5586]

I also believe genetics play a part also. A well bred dog may cost more but in the end you get what you pay for.

[@jagmiddleton]

mine was lovely and always trustworthy with children

[@whitebird5383]

@@jenniferhcsmith-5586 Absolutely, I whole heartedly agree! We found that out the hard way with a German Shepherd pup that we bought from someone local. The pups father was a trained guard dog and as our pup grew he would go after strangers and actually bite. I guess he had inherited the fathers DNA. Never again !

[@JennRighter]

I adopted a Chow Chow from a rescue. He is the sweetest guy in the world. He loves babies, kids, cats, squirrels, all other dogs. Truly the most innocent and loving dog.

[@walkinbeauty7273]

How old is it 🤔

[@veggiequeen2738]

Your lucky my chow’s kill squirrels & rabbits. They’re great with kids though.

[@JennRighter]

@@walkinbeauty7273 he’s four-ish to five now. We got him when he was a year and a half to two years old. He was found wondering around a Walmart parking lot.

[@rafaelrivera8057]

Chow's are some of the best dogs for a family. Cute,cuddly and fiercely loyal.

[@Pinkpalmpufffangurl]

Where can I get a chow chow? I’m from Nashville

[@taygyrl]

My family got a chow chow puppy when I was in middle school, my younger sisters were just little kids, and she was just naturally the most well natured dog I’ve ever known. We lost her last summer (I’m 27 now) and she’ll hold a place in my heart that will never be filled. I hope to own a chow chow of my own one day and show my kids how wonderful these dogs are.

[@hazeking9458]

I have 2 of them in Puerto Rico and they love everybody on the beach the kids all love them

[@taygyrl]

@@hazeking9458 aw I bet!!

[@冰塊-g7r]

😊😊

[@xxxxmimi]

This lady has the best job in the world… gets talk about dogs and puppies for living?? omg heaven

[@plutosgal9436]

I grew up with two Chows, one red (Bear) and one black (Smokey). They were the sweetest dogs. Very protective but absolutely lovely dogs! I miss them so much!!!

[@johnminet9067]

I had a chow cho when I was child! This dog was protecting like her Cubs sleeping with me and let me do what ever a kid of 3 could do. Brought up in a difficult surrounding that dog was my protector really, a second mother to me . No one should have tryed to touch her or get in my bedroom without get barked or bitten. I am 42 yrs today I never forget her she always been dear in my heart.

[@chayeevang6105]

My chow is the best well tempered dog I’ve ever met, it’s all about the training and up bringing with socialization. Also proper breeding plays a huge roll.

[@bbxy2418]

Where did you get your chow?

[@MissxNemisis]

I love chows. I’m getting another one 💕 My chow chow saved my life as child when she bit an intruder in our home. Who knows what would have happened if she wasn’t there. I like the fact they don’t like strangers. Very protective and loving to their family 🥰 ❤

[@alexschindler6767]

That’s amazing 🤯🐕

[@lindalala5813]

The best companion in the world! Kept their sheddings and had it spun into yarn ..now I have something special they have left behind other than beautiful memories. Never had a bad moment. Owners need the training more than the dogs do. My last Chow lived 15 years and we miss him. Thanks for sharing, have a wonderful day!

[@nikikelly2003]

Love chow chows. Yes, they are protective, and someone buying or adopting one should know that. They are great at testing their limits on occasion just like children. Stay consistent and you couldn't ask for a better buddy to stay by your side. We lived in a bad neighborhood when I was growing up and my dad trained them to protect me. From birth until 21 years old, I had a chow or chow mix.

[@SayYoJ]

Couldn’t agree more! & have had chows my whole life too (6) I’m 31 & I now have 2 of my own! They are by far the hidden gem of the dog world &&& not to mention they’re HILARIOUS without even trying 😂

[@greggminkoff6733]

There is nothing like a Chow Chow, NOTHING! I'm raising my 5th, he is 8 years old. My last two Chows lived to 15 and 16 years. I hope my guy will be around that long. I'm 74. I hope I have enough life in me to raise one more Chow. My current Chow is a little unusual. He is 26 inches at the withers and weighs 120#. He's a shaded cinnamon rough coat. He gets a warm home cooked dinner every night along with a 5-mile walk during the day. He's built like a tank with legs like tree trunks. He's devoted and very affectionate to me. He has to be near me and we'll sit or lay down on my feet. He is very protective. When a Chow loves you, they LOVE you. Best dog in the world.

[@dmariewalker6880]

My red chow lived for 16 years, bought her at 12 weeks old and went to the people house where there were 4 puppies, well socialized by the families children & I was told to sit on the floor and play with them, and the puppy who wanted you will always come to you, I took my red female chow home and she was very sweet, loving and protective. She loved car rides.

[@sugarplumpbaby]

I am from the United States and we breed Chow Chows and the explanation the breeder gives on personality and characteristics is 100% spot on. We have the families visit their puppy as much as possible before taking them home. This breed is Smart they are usually completely potty trained by 5 weeks. They are beautiful animals and great family dogs.

[@CaponeCabin]

American here, I've always had chows. My current pair is a mom and her daughter. Rescue AKC registered unfortunately Mom was in a puppy mill. I've been rescuing Chows for 3 decades and no matter what I am in love with the breed❤

[@rafaelrivera8057]

I've had a dozen, Chow's, they're cute cuddly and soft as puppies. But are one of the best guard dogs when full grown. They hardly bark and are very loyal. They're a bit territorial, they love their own space and will protect anyone they considers part of the group.

[@landrylee6207]

All kinds of Chinese dogs are loving,friendly,loyal,protective,strong resistance to disease and tolerant to rough feeding.

[@teneesh3376]

A dozen? Your house must have been covered in dog fur

[@rafaelrivera8057]

@@teneesh3376 actually, had them in a kennel and would bring them inside the house only when groomed properly. If you keep them groomed their hair doesn't shed as much. And they had a large yard to run in. ☺️

[@bunnyravve]

We’re they aggressive towards you or anybody? Did they like being cuddled with?

[@rafaelrivera8057]

Funny you should ask, the oldest male would sometimes growl at me but would roll around with the kids and my wife. I guess it was because they were home all day with them. I would take them for walks and they would act just fine. On leash and off.

[@G0dsPerfectldiot]

My family owns a chow-chow and he’s just a big sweet ball of fur. He is very friendly and well adopted to our environment. He was very exposed to socialization as a pup so he grew up very friendly. He’s patient and just loves to sleep around. We don’t have any issues inviting guests over as he’s very welcoming even as a fully grown adult dog. But he’s also an effective guard dog especially at night. He’d bark whenever he’s suspicious at anything.

[@c.retana-holguin8318]

Chow Chows were my first dogs. I lived with five--Picasso, Frida, Osa, Little Frida, and Oso. The females were the leaders and bosses. And I remember Frida, who could be feisty at times, loved to bring inside the house baby possums she would find in the yard and nurture them. When Frida had her puppies, I would let her out to go do her business and when she would come back, she would literally count her babies to make sure they were all there. She hated baths, and one had to gently coax here with love and sweet talk before she consented. On another note, when Picasso was a baby, we would open one of the many front windows in the living room in a house that was built in 1929. He would love to stare out and any passers by would go crazy when they saw him. They are full of love! Intelligence! And yes, fidelity!

[@milianozuniga-deanda4955]

Why don't they just breed the ones that reflect of what most people expect them to be: Social and friendly. There's clearly an issue somewhere, at some point it stops being a rumor and there's some truth...

[@holls9723]

My heart melted a thousand times!! I love my Chows!! Very stubborn and manipulative but little clowns too. They are my absolute favorite breed.

[@marilynblotsky4085]

Same here

[@wickandde]

Dangerous indeed, dangerously cute! Omg I would be the most unproductive person and literally stop caring about everything else in the world if I had one of these clouds to cuddle everyday

[@jlm08742]

We've had them for 27 years and socializing from day one is paramount, and NEVER HITTING, they're the most beautiful and sweet beings and we've NEVER been challenged ever, just love them and respect them ❤

[@jukio02]

You can also use them as a pillow in case of an emergency.

[@MONEYAINTATHANG100]

BE@UTIFUL 🖤

[@stuarchibald4383]

My wife and aye had a beautiful Chow Chow, Leo! 🦁 before our 3 children came along. He was the best dog! We socialised Leo from a pup but only through natural socialisation when friends and family came to visit. He became more protective when the children came along but loved them dearly. I think I can count on 2 hands how many times Leo barked throughout his life. Miss him everyday 😢

[@potatastatas]

awww❤️my cousin has a chow chow and she is so nice to everyone, not aggressive at all. she is protective yes but in general she’s amazing😍

[@leadfootow]

I just lost my 12 years old baby last month. He was the best dog ever...loving sweet, obedient, smart and NOT suborn like my first typical Cho, LOL. I am looking forward to my 3rd Chow and will pick her up this month. You can't go wrong as long as you socialize them and train them the right way. You will be the best pet.

[@andreas3708]

I’m sorry for your loss. I have a question if you don’t mind me asking. How do you find reputable breeders in your area? I’m in California with no luck

[@ppmenkster3937]

@@andreas3708 I had the same question Also sorry for your loss

[@leadfootow]

@@ppmenkster3937 Please see my reply to @Andrea below

[@MelaniePoparad]

When I was a kid, we had a chow mixed with a black lab... it was the best porch dog ever. He was precious.

[@annag467]

Exactly my baby, Zeke. Half chow half lab, 100% chab

[@maiamartini9095]

Aww, they look just like baby bears ☺️ too cute

[@1305_NM]

I wanna hug them so bad 🫠

[@amalf7333]

We've had our chow chow since he was few months old, he's been socialized since we had him and although he can be protective at times, he's so adorable and loves to be around people

[@indianaajoness]

Awwwww that is so sweet! I love the furriness of chow chows!

[@Beaumahe]

My son 7 years old got attacked by chaw chaw

[@amalf7333]

@@Beaumahe sorry to hear that Noah, I hope your son is ok! I think owners have to take responsibility for their dogs and how they bahave around people and especially kids.

[@juleerowley9706]

They are without doubt the cutest most adorable dog breed in the world I just hope whoever decides to have a chow does tons of research into the breed and treats them right..... If I had room I'd have dozens of them.

[@starlightglazer9181]

Excellent video! I live in the U.S. and have had 4 Chows. They need hands on training, lots of social training and as the video states, you will have a wonderful dog.

[@shebb.]

they are like fluffy pitbulls but the thing is in public a lot of people wont know that they are guard dogs so if you have a chow chow establish boundaries

[@alexzander7386]

Pitbulls are terrible guards as they rarely actually attack people, they are only terrors to other dogs if trained to fight. Secondly, they are nothing like pits aside from having a natural aggression. They are lazy until called to action, while pits are terriers and always ready to go

[@jesseadamz473]

After watching this, i just got a whole new level of respect for folks that raise this particular breed. They really can be a handful but with the proper care & attention to detail, you've got yourself an amazing dog.

[@BrokenCydeDF]

I've owned two Chow Chows through my years, and they're were both very loyal, sweet dogs. But very protective. Kids weren't usually an issue, as both my Chows loved to play with other kids. Now a mailman, or any suit, dark clothes, they'd go full on growl mode.

[@oliviazhu6407]

My chow is really atypical. She is calm with everyone and everything. Anybody can just pet her and rub her belly (or anywhere). She never barks. Except once when a hedgehog sneaked in my backyard to steal some grass. I can even place my cat on top of her head. She is really the bestest doggo I've ever known.

[@lillyanaya3030]

How did you get her to be like that? I’m considering to get one but I’m scared about the negative comments

[@Cravengirlita]

those comments are wrong

[@randlewilliams8288]

Grew up with a chow chow, absolutely brilliant dog, loyal, funny, yes and stubborn, lovely cuddles. Brilliant video

[@ctk4949]

We had Chow Chows most of our childhood and they were always great!! Never had any issues with any of the 4 we had.

[@nanyanghuayi]

Ya, I'm one of those strangers who are attracted to a chow chow and want to cuddle that fluffy ball, but its owner would advise against touching their chow chows. So does your "no issues" apply to strangers petting your chow chows?

[@ctk4949]

@@nanyanghuayi Yup as long as the strangers asked first and just not run up to them and started petting. lol

[@masterk5372]

Yea think it depends his a owner train them Agee

[@AR15SP1]

My mother owned 1 and prefer them than a pekingese

[@Nicole-tn8ep]

i've had 4 bad experiences with dogs.. 3 of them were with chow chows, the 4th was with a shar pei. it may be in how they're raised, absolutely, but i wish more were raised correctly.

[@letie0717]

I totally agree about socializing being top of mind. We socialized our Chow Chow from a very young age and he’s very chill, not aggressive and non-reactive if provoked. ♥️

[@danielrobbins5305]

I adopted my chow chow Sunny when he was 3.5 (he's now 12). It was a questionable beginning for him; he came to me with broken teeth and paperwork that said he was taken from his mom at THREE weeks ... so there was the possiblity that he might not bond with me. I live alone in NYC and spent almost every hour of every day with him at first ... taking him on looooong walks, showing him the city. I will never forget the day I saw in his eyes that he started to trust me ... It was like winning the lottery and getting a new job and someone accepting your marriage proposal at the same time. Totally overwhelming, but it kept growing and within a year, we were bonded for life. We've been through a lot, and we sometimes go for days without speaking (: ), but my life would never have been the same without him ... I hope to have at least a couple more years with him, but I'm so happy just to have him here today! This and the other chow video Animal Watch did are such spectacular tributes to this wonderfully complicated breed - truly like no other.

[@ClareAndAlec]

I have a chow chow x american labrador retriever mix and I cannot recommend that combination enough. My dog is brilliant, loyal, beautiful, sweet, sometimes goofy, usually regal, protective, fluffy, athletic, webbed-toed, a little rain resistant, quiet, and she has this odd social streak. She is both aloof and standoffish to strangers and yet friendly and playful upon introduction and her favorite thing is to make friends with people but she doesn't go up to everyone on her own like a lab, instead opting to wait for me to introduce her to people. She loves my extended family members and friends alike. She clearly enjoys letting people into her pack. With other dogs, she is friendly and playful, though sometimes a bit vocal which can intimidate some dogs. She is very expressive with other dogs and will not be dominated. With some dogs she will display dominance, with others there is no need at all for any of that so she just plays, and with others she may give them a loud bark which clearly means "no" or "stop". I really believe that the combination of chow and lab results in a more balanced dog than either breed on its own which isn't to say that there's anything wrong with the original breeds but this is a peanut butter and chocolate situation. Edit: side note - this isn't the most common combination in the world but it's common enough that there's usually a few on petfinder

[@glassgoddess8646]

I have 4 chow chows and they are the best breed I've ever owned. I couldn't imagine a life without them. 💗💗💗💗

[@dixielady]

I've raised 19 dogs, the third of which was a Chow Chow. We got him from the pound at about 6mos, and he was stubborn, independent, loyal, sweet, and one of the biggest babies in the bunch. He knew I was the boss, and I was his person. He lived to be 14, and I miss that puppy.

[@motherofmikey5855]

I love how anika just goes silent when handed the puppy

[@PurblePink8678]

She is also very Gentle with those bubbles

[@knutdegardsrli679]

So much negative rumours about chows. We have a lovely 8 month old cream chow and hes the sweetest most gentle dog ever. He loves everyone and everything and wags his curly tail when a stranger comes up to him. Whats strange is that he got even more cuddly and gentle once he hit puberty, such a nice boy!

[@jeff7art]

Chow Chows are my favorite dogs . I have had two Chows a red one and a black one and I miss them both so much. They were very loyal! and protective!

[@cu7695]

If the dog breed itself has protective personality then it's bad for the pet owners to expect them to be gentle. It's like expecting lion to not rule over his territory. The aggression itself gives them their personality. Humans should understand that sometimes we don't need any active interventions. Just let the nature take it's course. Don't try to change them, change yourself to be a better pet owner

[@I.Am.RosaMarie]

THIS!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@jeebuzz1168]

That moment when the reporter was first introducing the show was priceless. A moment I'm glad was shared.

[@anhyen7074]

They're fluffy!!! And so cute OMG 😍😍😍

[@letie0717]

Our Chow Chow Winston is an ancient type Chow but he’s so gentle, chill, but doesn’t really care to meet strangers. If we invite someone over, as long as we introduce, Winston’s super cool. When I take him out to the park.. everyone wants to pet him and admire his beauty.. but he’s not interested in meeting strangers at all. He doesn’t growl, nor bark, he simply avoids strangers, he doesn’t like to be pet by strangers but he won’t react, he simple moves away.

[@niravwadhwani2158]

My neighbor had a chow chow. I used to play with him in his younger days. Unfortunately, he grew up to be slightly aggressive and seeked solitary behavior.

[@angelmartin7310]

We had a chow chow, Sasha, she did attack me several times as a kid but never caused serious injury. I loved her so much because she was so adorable most of the time. Until she got in a mood. A lot like a cat. She constantly started fights with my huge Doberman and they were so vicious it's a miracle neither was ever badly hurt. My Doberman couldn't penetrate that fluffy fur, thank God. My uncle neglected Sasha badly by locking her in a garage until we took her and kept her with us. But her personality most of the time was absolutely precious and unique and I will never forget her.

[@conorsleftshoulder]

Really love her passion for dogs 🐕❤

[@bessiemorris5282]

These are some of the cutest dogs when there puppies Anika and you do such a wonderful and beautiful job I love all animals thank you for teaching us about all of these beautiful animals anika

[@jacobktan]

We've had 2 Chows. The first was quite irritable around children but only if provoked. I was only 6 when we had him, and he was always good with me. The second was the most docile dog I've ever owned. He would lay completely still in his spot in the front yard everyday (by the time we put him down at 14, there was a very noticeable divet in the lawn) and he always insisted on being outside. He would only bark to if an unfamiliar car entered the driveway.

[@ghiajohnson1547]

Jacob, I experienced so much joy reading your comment❤️! I chucked at the thought of the divet in the lawn🤣! He definitely wore a groove in that spot🤣🥰! Thank you for sharing about your lovely pooches!

[@dmowchan]

Why did you put him down?!

[@Piapia650]

Haha there was a divet in the lawn where my dog used to be in the yard. We joked instead of memory foam on a mattress, it was memory lawn lol

[@wxtrx5428]

@@dmowchan Most likely old age, once dogs get old they start having health problems and it’s very sad to see them fighting to survive day by day

[@franka.merola1001]

I had three. Loved every one of them. The best one was Amadeo of Zorro's Dynasty. He was a lover.

[@LBE-Vanguard]

I had a chow for 13 years growing up. Man that was the most serious, old-acting dog I've ever known lol. Cried my eyes out when we had to put him to sleep though. But because of their temperament I'd never own another one lol

[@VeryOrc]

Sorry to hear about your loss. Dogs, no matter what breed, are the best companions for us, they just have that special place in the heart.

[@pepipopu3138]

wat iz temperament

[@LBE-Vanguard]

@@pepipopu3138 temperament: a person's or animal's nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior.

[@Clover-wp3yb]

I had a chow chow from birth to 12 1/2 years old and he never had any temperament issues, even once. It really is up to training so don’t write off the breed entirely *for that reason*

[@milianozuniga-deanda4955]

So they euthanized him for his temper or old age?

[@jameshendry27]

Top quality pups, clearly well bred and cared for. Thanks for the video. 👍

[@montgomerycamjr]

If there's ANYTHING cuter than a Chow Chow puppy, I've NEVER seen it!!! Absolutely ADORABLE!!!!!! 😋😋😋😋

[@gaurav9664]

They are sure lovable..every pup tho..but nothing melts heart like a golden retriever pup

[@antoniomatthew2234]

I love this. I have raised chows for the last 6 years or so and everything mentioned is right on point. Socialization is key! Thank you for the great video. I wish Russian and Chinese chows were more available in the US. Mostly because American chows tend to be more hyperactive and not so aloof.

[@jenniferhcsmith-5586]

Didn't know there was a difference.

[@antoniomatthew2234]

@@jenniferhcsmith-5586 Yes, having a mixture of them you can really tell a personality difference in addition to their face shapes. So depending on how active or lethargic your life style is really helps to determine which type would suit your household better.

[@milianozuniga-deanda4955]

Why don't they just breed the ones that reflect of what most people expect them to be: Social and friendly. There's clearly an issue somewhere, at some point it stops being a rumor and there's some truth...

[@craigphillips9383]

Thank you. We get stopped on walks all the time people saying they would not trust a chow chow with kids, my partner has been called a bad mum for letting our boy walk our chow. They are inseperable, our boy has to walk my son to school and as soon as he hears the kids leaving school hes in the window waiting for him. Hes great with all animals and children and people (even though he's been attacked so many times by dogs off leads), he has been so easy to train, couldn't imagine life without him. Best decision we have made was choosing a chow chow, even after all the research and bad reputation they have, being hard to train, attached to one owner etc. They dong give love easy like other breeds, you have to gain it, but they're not aggressive at all when trained properly. I think a big problem with chow chow and strangers, when they are pups, cause they are so cute, people want to touch them and grab them without permission, that could be a huge factor. We try to take bear out early hours of the morning and later at night now, we socialised our bear from day one, with people, dogs and animals, but he was attacked so many times by other dogs off of leads, we took him to dog classes thinking we had done something wrong but we learned quickly that other dogs are insecure around chows because they are so confident, and other dogs can't read chows cause of the tails, its sad cause bear loved playing with other dogs, he does have a few he plays with in gardens, to protect our boy we made the decision to just walk him when there aren't as many dogs about off leashes. We had one older lady crying her eyes out cause her dog attacked our bear, she said she had never seen any sort of aggression in the 9 years she had her so it scared her. We explained how other breeds can't read chow chows and it weren't her fault, just keep it on a lead in future. It drives me mad at parks where dogs must be on leads at all times, a dog will come running at us out of nowhere with the owner just shouting "its ok she/he is fine" but they almost always attacked him. We tell him to sit thinking if they don't see his tail they will not be threatened by him but he's been attacked while sitting and the poor thing will just sit while being bit, luckily it was only small dogs, but I swore I will stop any dogs getting in his space after the last time, hence why we take him out early and late, and if we do come upon any unleashed dogs that try getting close ill put myself in front until the owner collects, or if its aggressive ill boot it, which id rather not do, I absolutely love dogs, but they should ALL be leashed in public parks etc.

[@jabbarmuhammad7529]

I like Chow Chows they can actually make great pets as long as they are treated well

[@gardenfullofcolour]

I feel like american breeders make a lot of breeds aggressive. Have a look at presa canario for example

[@yuppp7204]

The problem is that most people dont know how to raise puppys They have little to no comun sens

[@edwardcarr2510]

presa canario is a spanish mastiff , from the canary islands and they are very aggressive by nature not by country

[@gardenfullofcolour]

@@edwardcarr2510 bollocks! I have a presa and he is a softy! You make a statement like that but you really haven't got a clue!

[@edwardcarr2510]

@@gardenfullofcolour dont be childish about my comments, if yours is a cutie then good for you. on the other hand, in 1993 whilst working in gran canaria i was good friends with a man who had four presa canario , he used them to guard his house and grounds after dark and was under no illusion about the dogs temperament stating that i must use the intercom at the gates or if i entered without doing so i would be mauled to death. if you want to speak to him directly about this i can arrange for you to do so. the look and demeanor of the presa, its ability to cause damage to robust inanimate objects and almost unlimited endurance make it a fearsome dog if provoked. the dangerous dogs list is there for good reasons and owners must always assume that their dog is capable of being aggressive and take precautions as necessary

[@ChadieRahimian]

@@yuppp7204 most people don't have common sense about dealing with dogs at all. I take my dog out for walks and I see all kinds of crazy. Women pulling the leash as soon as they see you and yelling no no constantly to their dog, people reaching other dogs from behind to abruptly touch them cause they look cute, not correcting rude behavior of the dog at all, etc. The only reason you don't see so many accidents is that most dog breeds are too docile to object or do anything really dangerous.

[@michaelhoare5291]

Superb video. The only dog I ever wanted and when the time was right I had him, unfortunately, for only 10 short years. He broke my heart when he went very suddenly which was 6 years ago. I've still not got over him and I never will. (I'm 64). Very true, all that you have said, it's critically important to socialise the breed from the get-go and for the owner to be the alpha in the home. "Boris" was amazing with everybody including all the young childen I fostered. I did take him to puppy school and tried to train him off the lead but in the end I never had complete confidence in him not walking off. I also didn't trust other dogs' behaviour around him. However, he was only ever on a slip-over collar which indeed would slip off if we pulled against each other. When that did happen he'd stand still and wait for me to put it back on. He loved going to vets and they loved him, but they also had other Chow Chows on their books who were complete monsters and when they were brought in all staff were put on standby. As with all breeds, a dog's demeanor and behaviour is a reflection of the owner. Which leads on to all the puupy-farmed Chow Chow crosses coming in from Eastern Europe which inevitably end up in rescue centres.

[@michelvanderlinden8363]

Ive seen a couple of Chow Chow's where I live (netherlands) and never have I seen one of them behave aggressively. They've always been the definition of cuddly fluffballs.

[@MusicLovingFool1]

I had an older Chow chow that I adopted (Red). Her name was Angel. Her personality was the same. She was a very sweet girl!

[@brooke7464]

They're dangerously cute. My grandma had a few and they were wonderful

[@yomom8476]

I grew up until I was 5 with a chow chow named Sheba :,) she was a grumpy old lady and had started getting gray hairs by the end of her life (still a sweet bear baby) but from everything I’ve heard from my mom and uncle and grandparents, she was nothing but protective over me. She and our Rottweiler Tasha would cuddle with me while I watched Tv and let me lay on them and basically do anything. They loved being around me and were very protective of me as a baby. People have such a weird perspective on certain breeds of dogs, and vilify them due to what they hear instead of what they actually see. Having two breeds that have been constantly looked down upon by the general public, basically be my cuddle buddies for my early childhood is proof that it really is based on the owner. No dogs are born mean, they’re raised mean by bad people. I for one love chowchows and hope that one day i can adopt one again! R.I.P. Sheba 💔

[@hyabusa1]

When I was a kid we had a Chow Chow/Blue Heeler mix named Caesar and a Black Lab/Golden Retriever mix named Cleo. Funny enough Ceasar didn't have his ancestors fluffy coat except for around his neck! He absolutely loved my mom, and that was pretty much the issue for everyone for the 7-8 years we had him. And my dad loved Cleo while she attached to me at the hip lol.. Unfortunately one day my mom and dad were having a pretty loud argument that was freaking him out so he hid behind my mom, but when she stepped back he got scared and bit her calf (not the first time) and my dad had enough. To my moms protest he got him put down 😔. My mom still misses him to this day, and I sometimes find myself missing the little fluff ball to, he wasn't ever that mean to me 😅 Rest easy Caesar, I hope you and Cleo are playing together in sky like you used to as puppies ❤

[@shoe7393]

My own chow chow attacked me when I was a kid. Luckily, I had a thick jacket that protected my skin from being punctured by most of its teeth, yet I still have a scar on my wrist of the one tooth that got through. I definitely recommend people to be observant of these breeds, especially around children.

[@HeatherBey74]

My son was bit by a chow when he was 1 year old

[@thishumaneatskids]

Chows might be cute, but aren't the most friendly

[@hammothw4814]

they've been killed and eaten by strangers or their owners for thousands of years. the memory is in their dna

[@geriawright1292]

@@hammothw4814 WOW 😲 talk about an education in overdrive, thank you.. I'll look that up!

[@martadelatorre3490]

All dogs should be supervised with children...they all can bite... My scarier dog was a toy poodle, she gave me the shivers

[@CaseyBurnsInvesting]

The beginning has me terrified already. Look at that fluffy attack.

[@nanyanghuayi]

Attack of the walking teddy bears 😂

[@KraziVokalz]

Lmboooo... yeah they started this off all wrong

[@Dobiemama23]

Such a good video. We get our chow chow in October and we can’t wait. 🥰

[@samtime2939]

ChowChow loves kids why? when my chow heard voices that some kids are playing he always run into windows and scratched it he is so excited to play with them. he wanrs to go outside and play with them he always likes being pet with them 😊

[@jeannemarie957]

We had a chow chow. She was sweet and gentle with all our neighborhood kids.

[@pain-bu2ce]

My aunts chow chow is literally the nicest and the cutest! He’s a cuddle bug, loves to play and cuddle. 😛

[@yoyolol22]

He will bite you one day, you strike me as a weakling

[@335og6]

@@yoyolol22 never keep them with babies and other dogs and it will be nice

[@MrSstiel]

Sigmund Freud had a Chow Chow called Jofi. Jofi would be used in therapy sessions!

[@WilliamsPinch]

They are so snuggly, but absolutely not interested in anyone but their caretaker, unless it’s to make a meal of you lol

[@dominicfaucher4956]

It feels like I'm dying from all the cute ): and (:

[@gazepskotzs4]

As a kid i was bitten often by my friends Chow, but it was never a blood drawing bite. Still i was afraid of that fluffball! But it was not the fault of him he was not trained at all, after being bitten, my pal his parents could not care less . Really they looked at me like , what are you whining about when i told. They were no dog people.

[@bryceeaston6352]

I had several chows... 3 were champs.. Great dogs ! My last one past in 2005 - I still miss her.

[@mizofan]

My Yorkie Kiki would always have a barking match with a Chow Chow whenever she passed its gate.

[@sarahtippett6034]

My family had a purebred chow chow when I was growing up. We got her when I was about 18 months and she was a few weeks and she lived 17 years. She was protective, yes, of her people and her property but not often aggressive. I am the eldest of 4 and she let all of us lay on her like a pillow, play with her, crawl all over her, and was the same with most other kids that ever came to visit. She was cautious of men, but would give a little bark, maybe a growl, and if you have her her space, she would calm down and eventually come to them for affection. She bit one person in her whole life, and it was someone trying to take her bone after she gave multiple warnings and it was really just a nip that didn't break the skin.

[@markopolo945]

Where can I find that diagram on dogs you have at the beginning Aneeka?

[@billyjoe6933]

Had a red and black chow as a kid great dogs. Beautiful ladies and beautiful dogs great video

[@danielfox3003]

I got 67 stitches in the back of my head from a Chow, so I have a reason to dislike them but I don’t. Any dog can be an asshole, but I do believe some dogs breeds are meaner than others.

[@zenamen5221]

I adore your channel and your content. This piece in particular! Thank you so much! 💖💥💖

[@terraugman]

Great Informative Video as always Anneka, didn't know much about this breed til now and now understand why some people don't walk or take them to the dog park or let you go near their Chow Chow's period, when i saw the picture notification for this vid i KNEW you were going to be mobbed by puppies which ALWAYS Puts a smile on my face for days after!!! 😁😍🥰

[@zoeinblen2661]

What a lovely dog what adorable little creatures

[@xXxlongboarderxXx]

Had a chow that lived till 15. Would bark at anyone new outside my gate but would immediately wag his tail once I let them in. Laziest fog I ever knew. He took himself for walks, whole neighborhood knew him, was very popular. He'd run out the gate and growl if I tried to get close to him to bring him back inside. Very laid back, chilled dog that liked certain spots in the house and garden. Potty trained himself to a specific part of the garden. Knew no tricks, wouldn't chase a ball. Loved ear rubs but never sought for attention other than whining to be let out. Would sing when someone played the flute. Don't try touching his food bowl. Literally gand fed him as a puppy into adult years and still territorial about touching his food bowl. Loved him

[@thishumaneatskids]

3:25 this is the cutest part Baby crumpet looked so happy

[@lkp3335]

"They re quite defensive about being touched" also Chow : appears like soft fluffy chubby potatoes.

[@tedrice3806]

I have two males. They are brothers from same litter. They do very well together. Maybe because they grew up together. Never had a problem with them. They are eight years old.

[@abir95571]

love these tiny chubby pups

[@minkekeus3635]

I have a chow chow by myself and i have her since she is a puppy. She is absolutly the sweetest dog i ever had (i grew up with dogs). But i heard a story About a chow that wanted to fight his owners, they had to call the animal rescue because he waited them up at the stairs. He had a negative childhood as a puppy, so it explains. He found new owners that give the love he needs and he is te sweetest now

[@sushilparab5325]

Chow Chow is my dream dog they are bit aggressive but they are too cute 😍

[@335og6]

Keep them with other pups and babies he qill get attached

[@epicblaze8797]

I had a chow growing up. My grandma bought the puppy from a crackhead for 11 dollars. He was sweet as a puppy until he grew up. Every time I would go to feed him he would growl. It was terrifying. One time 2 Rottweilers escaped from a junk yard and tried to attack him in our backyard. They left limping and he had their blood all over his face. It was wild seeing him celebrate.

[@robroberts1473]

I had a friend who had a chow chow when I first met it I swear it was going to tear my throat lol. But once it got to know me it was a sweetie and loved to play. 😊🐕

[@spencerdavis3794]

That little face...the little puppy kiss...❤❤❤

[@Ashleynavyy]

They’re so chubby & fluffy🥺

[@cherryjuice9946]

I've had Chows since 1996. Most have been rescues. My first Chow didn't initially like anyone even looking at me or talking to me. She'd get between us and give them an evil eye-ball. Broke her of that behavior real fast by letting other people such as strangers, give her a treat. After a while, she figured that people existed to serve her, and she no longer disliked them. My current chow is the only one I got as a puppy. She's been sweet to everyone. Walk her every night in a crowded pedestrian zone down town and everyone stops to pet her. She loves everyone. We've been attacked by other dogs (while we are on the leash), and she tries to get them to play rather than fight. She tries to run away rather than fight a dog, but she could do real damage if she wanted to. She simply refuses to be mean.

[@RMAGEDN740]

I'd say these are 50/50 for aggression problems in my experiences. I'll never forget one whose name was bad dog.