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What is a Chow Chow?

Chow Chow traits

Chow
Non-Sporting
18-22 inches
45-70 pounds
9-15 years
Chow Chow characteristics
Lifespan
5 yrs 20 yrs
Grooming needs
Occasionally Frequently
Good with kids
Needs lots of supervision Ready to play
Good with cats
Likely to chase Hey, new pal!
Training aptitude
Headstrong Eager to please
Full-grown size
Teeny tiny Super size
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Oski Bear

Chow Chow Jindo

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Studio City, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
OSKI is a shy yet also a happy-go-lucky guy! He is gentle, kind, and just wants that in return. He loves other dogs of all sizes and loves to run around and play, but he’s also respectful if they want space. He does well with cats too! His favorite thing to do is go for a hike while he carries a ball in his mouth. He LOVES toys. He also likes to be your sidekick and see what you are up to. Once he feels safe with you, he would like scratches behind the ears too! OSKI was saved from a dog-meat slaughterhouse in S. Korea that was shut down after an undercover investigation exposed the cruel and illegal operations there. A flight volunteer then brought him to the U.S. where he has been learning how to be a dog and he is now absolutely ready to find a home! He walks very nicely on a leash, is house-trained, and he is a pleasure to be around. Email adoptions@startrescue.org for more info and an application form.
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Smokey

Chow Chow

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Marina del Rey, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
smokey was in Irvine pound t& they were going to kill him because they said he was aggressive He was not. He was scared and protective while incarcerated. The pound scared him by poling him. He was afraid of them all. His owner went to see him and he was a sweet boy. which surprised them. He was being reactive to other dogs on walks, aggressive however he has been in boot camp for a month and that issue has been worked with. He wants to be good boy and he is. He will need an experienced owner who will know. to keep him confident and be the leader with exercise.. contact adoptachowla@gmail.com
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chow Ching

Chow Chow

Female, young
Marina del Rey, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Chow Ching was in a super kill pound in AZ. No one was stepping up to save her life We did. John B wanted t save her. He is working with her. She was very shy and nw has come around and is a sweet girl. 1 years old. This girl has come around and doing great. Still in Phoenix but we are working on getting her to L.A. She was a John's house for a few days and did fine with his smaller dogs but the chow did not like her. She is stuck in boarding again. contact adoptachowla@gmail.com
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Theo

Chow Chow

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Marina del Rey, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
In a high kill pound we saved him. He had to do to the et with URI and was treated. He is unsure of people and was wary of them. He went to boot camp to get him rebalanced which he did great. He is now boarding with the same trainer. He is good with dogs and loves to run around. Fine with people now. contact adoptachowla@gmailcom
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Brewster-Bruno

Chow Chow Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 yr
Marina del Rey, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Save from hi kill Ker county pound. BRu is playful, loves people, loves attention and affection. Not sure yet how he is with cats. He is fine with dogs and plays rough. He can be a handful since he needs basic training which he is in boot camp learning manners.. so pretty, contact. adoptachowla@gmail.com.
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