Caring for an Old Chow Chow
Senior Chow Chows aged seven or eight experience physical and behavioral shifts requiring adjusted care and veterinary check-ups.
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Nails, Feet and a Chow Chow Rear That Will Not Be Touched
Chow Chow paw and rear handling resistance stems from independent temperament, sensory sensitivity, and personal space boundaries.
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Keeping a Chow Chow at the Weight Its Elbows Can Carry
Proper weight management protects fragile Chow Chow elbow joints and reduces the severity of painful elbow dysplasia.
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Feeding a Chow Chow That Eats Less Than You Expect
Chow Chow dietary habits and slower metabolism explain why a sixty pound dog often needs far less food than general guidelines suggest.
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Getting a Chow Chow Through an American Summer
Chow Chow summer safety explains how double coats and short muzzles trap body heat and increase the risk of dangerous heatstroke.
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Bathing and Drying a Chow Chow’s Dense Coat
Bathing and drying a Chow Chow requires a solid plan and proper preparation to keep the dense double coat clean, dry, and healthy.
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Why a Chow Chow’s Face Folds Need Wiping
Chow Chow facial folds trap moisture, saliva, and food particles, requiring regular wiping to prevent bacteria, yeast, and infections.
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The Twice a Year a Chow Chow Blows Its Coat
Chow Chow dogs experience two seasonal coat blows every year, shedding their dense undercoats to adapt to changing temperatures.
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Brushing a Chow Chow’s Mane Down to the Skin
Properly brushing a Chow Chow dense double coat mane down to the skin prevents painful mats, tangles, and skin infections.
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Rough or Smooth: the Two Chow Chow Coats and What Each Needs
Chow Chow coats feature a rough or smooth double layer consisting of coarse guard hairs and a dense, soft undercoat requiring specific care.
