Chows need adequate exercise, socialization and supervision. They have cat-like aloofness. Although they look quite huggable, Chows do not appreciate constant attention. Chows have very dense coats with a thick neck ruff. They are usually red or black, but may be cream, cinnamon or even blue.
Most Chows have ears that prick up and dark eyes.
The Chow tail curls over the back. Chows may have come from the Arctic Circle with human migration moving from there to Mongolia, Siberia and China. Some say the Chow was the original ancestor of the Samoyed, Norwegian Elkhound, Pomeranian and Keeshond. The Chow was originally a hunting and guard dog, kept by Chinese royalty and used for food and clothing by peasants. The Chow came to America from England-and beame popular in the '30s when President Coolidge had a pet Chow.