How stable are chow mixes?

Question

I want to adopt a dog that is half chow and I don't know what else he is mixed with ,but he is definitely half chow and a very pretty dog. Any thoughts?

Answer 1

My sister use to raise chows, so did my cousin. I have a chow mix myself, he had been terribly abuse before I got him but he's a great dog. I've also worked with many of them over the past 10 years. For the most part I find that they are good dogs, I've never met an aggressive one. I have met several stubborn ones though. I think they are good dogs as a whole.
Here is a link that will give you some background on them.
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/chowchow.htm

Answer 2

What I have heard about Chows is not very good. I have heard they are one owner dogs and protective. I do not doubt the dog is beautiful- I love the way chows look- but they are not the dog for me. I am all for giving ALL kinds of dogs a chance- I am not a breed racist (LOL).
I would try to spend some time with the dog if you can. If you can push that further- take him home with you for a day-?
A mixed breed is good- it may tone down the "Chow-ish" traits a bit.
Good luck, and Thanks for considering adopting!!!!!!!

Answer 3

I'd say that it depends on how well he's trained and socialized, as well as what he's mixed with. If you have a knowledgeable friend who'd take a look at the dog with you, a second opinion might not be a bad idea.

I'm not a big fan of chow mixes because the three that I've known had a tendency to be just fine one minute and then snap at someone out of the blue. Three isn't a huge sample, admittedly, but I am now wary of chow combinations.

To all those who love your Chow mixes, please don't hammer me with the thumbs-down routine. This has been MY experience and may not reflect yours. If your Chow/other breed is a great dog, more power to you!

Answer 4

There were 2 chows who roamed the neighborhood where I grew up, and they were *very* aggressive toward children. The only thin they were afraid of were the Dobies that also ran free (this was before leash laws were popular, I think). I spent a lot of time in trees due to those 4.

Echoing the prior... this is just *my* experience with the dogs. Having a pit, I have learned not to assume all of a breed is one way, just because some owners don't do a good job.

Answer 5

I've worked with a couple of purebred chow chows and I didn't really like then, they were very skittish and jumpy. That was my experience. But I do know that it does depend on how the chow is raised. If it is raised with allot of new people coming and going I'm sure they would be fine. Of course when you met the chow, and he acted fine and friendly than there is nothing to worry about. When you first meet a dog and its shy or jumpy than you can see how it will be with you and other guests that come over to your house.

Answer 6

Purebred chow's are very loyal, protective and some display agression (small children,other pets, neighbours,etc) so do your research in finding out the mix before your purchase or you could be in for a headache later on.

They were originally meant for hunting, pulling heavy loads and protection so be prepared to have enough time to excercise this breed properly. Most chow owners I know will not bring their dogs to the leash free park.

Answer 7

Adopting a dog is one of the best things you can do for a dog. You must remember that its not easy to transition a dog to a new environment. Some time they may have come from a not so good place in their lives. But animal shelters that specialize in adoption are very good at evaluating a dogs problems if they have any before they will put the dog up for adoption. This is to ensure that the dog is not an emediate danger to its new family or to the public. Dogs that are put into a new environment will at first be a little nurvous or scared until they get used to their surroundings. This includes you and your family. But I would'nt worry to much that will soon pass. One real important thing is to socialize your new pack member with as many people and other dogs as possible. A perfect way to do this is to enroll you and your dog in an obediance school. This will help build your dogs confidence and yours as its pack leader. At first they will schedule you and your dog a few private classes to evaluate your dog and to go over basics. When they feel your dog is well adjusted they will schedule group classes where you and your dog will be working around other dogs and handlers. Remember this will teach your dog manners and how to be social with other people and dogs also teach you how to be pack leader and you and your dog will look forward to going to class. O.B school for your dog reguardless of breed will make him a safe ,Happy ,Stable member of your pack. As well as you! Most important it is the best way to build an UNBREAKABLE BOND between you and dog. Good luck with your new family addition

Answer 8

I work in a vet's office and we have several clients that have had to put their chow mixes to sleep because they turned on them or their friends and family. It could be the particular breed line in my county. I think finding out as much as you can about the parentage or at least about how other chow mixes are behaving in your area (that could have come from the same line) would be very smart.

Answer 9

Chows are not good dogs for anyone other than an experienced owner; and chow crosses can still be unpredictable. Asiatic breeds tend to be more primitive and prone to anxiety and agression.

Answer 10

When I meet my husband he had a chow mixed,she was a great dog,She listen better than any dog I have ever seen,We had 3 small kids around her and she would let them do what ever they wanted to her.I would say try this dog out.There is no guarantee with any dog.