Chow Chow Dogs Health Problems

Considering to adopt a Chow Chow and need to know what are the common diseases or health problems that Chow Chows are prone to?

According to pet experts, Chow Chow Dogs score 3 star out of 5 in the scale of breeds that are considered the most healthy dog breeds.


Chow Chow Health Issues

What Diseases Are Chow Chow Dogs Prone to?

    Are Chow Chows hypoallergenic: No

    Dog Breeds with The Least Health Issues

    Responsible canine owners want the very best for their furry friends, often taking additional steps to give them lots of love and guidance. Combining that attention, with routine physical exercise and trips to their local vet.

    Trying to find a pet dog breed that won't break the bank with visits to the vet? Check out our list below. Keep in mind that your pet's health is essentially up to you.

    1. Australian cattle dog - This enthusiastic breed of dog is well known for its intelligence, agility, and stamina. As a relatively healthy breed, the Australian cattle dog does not have a history of severe illnesses and may live up to 13 years with proper training and suitable preventative care.

    2. Border Collie - Advances in DNA testing have made it easier to control the relatively few minor genetic conditions known to affect border collies. As a high-energy dog with a life expectancy of up to 14 years, the Border collie is a great choice for young families and lively individuals-- just be ready to provide her with lots of outdoor playtime and exercise.

    3. German Pinscher - This agile and muscular dog is not often associated with major health conditions, and may live up to 14 years with proper care and lots of exercise.

    4. English Springer Spaniel - Though this mild, cordial breed of spaniel is sometimes known to suffer minor eye problems, it is normally less likely to suffer from many major genetic diseases. A healthier English springer spaniel may live up to 14 years.

    5. Chihuahua - With passion and attention, this pint-sized pooch species can live up to 18 years. The Chihuahua's petite size means it generally calls for less physical exercise than other breeds of dogs.

Chow Chow Dogs Health Problems

Chow Chow Information

The chow is an Arctic-type dog, powerful, squarely built and sturdy with heavy bone and strong muscular development. It is a breed suited for a number of tasks, rather than specializing in one, and its build reflects its ability to hunt, herd, pull and protect. It can have either a rough coat, which is straight and off-standing or a smooth coat, which is hard and smooth; both coat types have wooly undercoats, providing ample insulation from the cold. The characteristic straight angulation of the hind legs produces a short, stilted gait unique to the breed. The scowling expression and black tongue are essential components of breed type.

Dignified, even lordly, the chow chow conducts itself with reserve. It is not very demonstrative, even with its family, and is somewhat suspicious of strangers. It is independent and stubborn. It can be aggressive toward other dogs but is generally good with other household pets. It is serious and protective, devoted to its family.

What to do if you lose your Chow Chow

If your Chow Chow Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Phone the local vet clinics to see if someone has handed in your missing pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Shelters.

What to do if you find a lost Chow Chow

If you find a Chow Chow Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Call the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Shelter assigned to your suburb.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet who normally scan the animal’s microchip and locate the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must call your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.