When I was a child, maybe around 10 years old, I got my first dog; a Chow named Bear. He was not a puppy, he was a large, red Chow given to my mother by our neighbor after Bear attack him. Why did my mother give him to me? Well, I lived in a very abusive home, and I guess she wanted to scare me and even hoped that I would get hurt. However, thanks to her I found my own guardian angel. Bear loved me, and I loved him. He was fiercely loyal to the point of protecting me from my mother, and sleeping with my at night. He would never leave my side when I was at home, and I began training him. The most loyal, sweet, protective dog I have ever had. For years Bear protected me against the abuse, but when I was 13, my mother lied, and said that Bear bit her. He never bit anyone other than his former owner, and to my horror he was taken and put down. That same week I ran away from home. To this day I love Bear, and Chows. Edit: I’m a bit surprised to still be getting responses to this old comment, so I’ll update it a bit. My mother has a personality disorder, she’s a narcissist. She would often do things like this to me to control me and hurt me, just because she could. If you know someone who is under the care or control of a narcissist, please help them, it’s almost impossible to get away from them on your own. Stay safe, wear a mask, and be responsible. Love you all.

I had a black chow growing up. He was loving towards the family, but he HATED other humans. He never bit anyone who lived in the house. He was loyal, protective and when anyone in the house was sick he would sleep outside their room every night until they got better.

over 10 years ago I paid nearly $1900 for an AKC female Chow. Pure white female. She had been a wonderful pet. Super super smart practically house broke itself. Only had a few accidents when it was a pup. I can leave the front door wide open. She will sit inside until I say "ok". Same thing if I leave the outside gate open. Automatically sits when I take her for walks when I stop. I swear she can read my mind. She is my "baby girl baby".

I've had Chows for almost 30 years. Really love the breed.

My father had a Chow when he was a kid, it literally adopted him and his family. He just showed up one day in their garage, un-tagged un-neutered and a year old. My grandfather told the dog when he finally saw it "you must be really stupid to be hanging around these kids." and that's how he got his name, Stupid. My dad told me the dog lived outside his entire life, got fed canned 5 cent dog food, and saw the vet maybe twice. My dad said Stupid was the smartest dog he ever owned, also the longest lived, he lived almost 14 years after my dad found him.

Walt Disney gave a puppy of this breed in a hat box to his wife Lillian one Christmas, according to their daughter Diane. This event apparently inspired the opening scene in Lady & the Tramp.

My chow died yesterday, she was 14 years old when she passed away. There's no other dog can replaced her. Rest in Peace Fuwa 😭

This makes me miss my chow chow. He was just a big ball of fluffy muscle. His stomach flipped when he was 4 due to GDV, I hear a lot of chows can have that problem. Probably one of the most beautiful creatures on Earth

I had a Chow Chow and she had the sweetest disposition. The groomers always said she had a personality like a lab. I really miss her. She passed away in 2011. But when I get another dog it will definitely be another Chow Chow.

Stubborn and cat-like. Love them. I love any and every breed. No breed is 'perfect'. I've been bitten by 'good breeds' but don't hold it against them.

Chow Chow's are an amazing breed of dog. Their loyalty to the family is unmatched. I've owned three and each one had a unique personality. They're definitely protective though of their home. Unless you socialize them at a very young age, they will be very aggressive towards strangers, however they will love the family more than anything. I think they get a bad rap due to people wanting to cuddle them and them not wanting strangers nearby.

My first, last, and best dog ever was a chow. Her name was Sally. I had her since she was 3weeks old. She lived her full life. I trained her well as well. Man i miss her so much. I still have pictures of her and time to time ill look up pics or videos of other chows just to cherish the memories of Sally.

it’s crazy, my ciao, knows I am blind, I’ve stepped on him, from time to time, and he has never bit me once, they are the most, loyal, protective, heart felt dogs they know what we are thinking, and feeling, if that makes any sense LOL

I was 7 years old when we got our Chow. Thankfully he was gentle and loving towards me. He always guarded me whenever I played outside.

Me and my fiancé have a 2 month old chow chow right now who LOVES kids. He'd lick them and play with them. Yes he may play bite (which is normal for a puppy) but you just have to teach them to stop. We bring him almost everywhere we go so he could meet new people. He's very stubborn but also very smart. He'll go to you when he wants to and WILL try to out smart you. Within a week he already knows how to sit, stay, high five, down and play fetch. You really just have to be patient and firm with them. But let me tell you this, ANY dog has the tendency to be aggressive but it really is up to the owner to properly train them. If you're thinking of getting a chow chow go to a breeder and see the puppy yourselves. Our Chewie chose us when we went there and he proved to us that we made the right choice of getting him. :D

My dad picked rescued a Chow-Australian Shepard about a year before he died. That dog was so cuddly when I took her for a walk there then did a 180 the moment she got home. She snapped at our heels to make us walk where she wanted us to walk but she did soften over the years. She's 15 now and can't believe she's been with me through middle, high and much of college. Maybe my favorite dog yet.

Chows aggressive? BULLSHIT! First dog I had as a kid was a chow... Miss you Shogun,,,

i have a chow chow and he is the sweetest puppy ever. has never bitten any of us and loves kids and babies and cuddles. he also hates being alone, he won't go to sleep unless someone is in the same room with him or else he'll start whimpering. so friendly with strangers too! if you just put effort into raising a dog and socialize them with other dogs and people at a young age, you'll have no trouble with them.

One of the best dogs u can ever have !

i have 3 Chows and before them Siberian husky, alaskan malamute and Kurdish Kangal. The Chow Chow is and always will be my choice for a family with children and at the same time a home that need to be well protected. Chows are special dogs, they dont eat from your hand, they dont eat food from others, they are extremely strong and protective and will do everything to protect its home and owners.... Chows are like a St Bernard, big strong, heavy and protective but at the same time very kind and calm.

Chows are really great dogs, I had one growing up. But they are NOT a beginner's dog! They require maintainence and training and proper socialization. Also, they can be a bit standoffish and they're not super friendly to strangers. Think of a cross between a dog and a cat.

I had a chow growing up from 5-14, she was basically my dog mom and she treated me like that!

I saw one of these chilling outside a store in Montevideo yesterday and it was not aggressive but DAMN they are beauutttiiffulll in person

Chows need lots of socialization and training, love , discipline, & affection. Do this and you will have a great dog! They are very loyal, and if raised with children and other pets, they are fine.

Chow chows are such a beautiful breed. I grew up around them and none of them were aggressive and were fine with people. I fell in love with them ever since I saw them. 😊

I have a Chow and Husky mix, you can only imagine the level of stubbornness I deal with LOL, but they are great dogs and become great loving companions!

It's unfair to label them as "Aggressive" because like every person, every chow has a different personality. Edit: I probably should should have said that every dog, animal, etc can have a distinct personality, and how they develop shouldn't be so black and white. The chow that I mentioned, is a giant marshmallow. He doesn't like to fight at all, and when he got attacked, the worse he did was give a warning bark. The other dog was biting him, and he didn't bite back. I understand that he's a rare case, but honestly I believe that with the right nurturing environment, a chow can be raised to not be as aggressive.

1:46 how the hell do you look at this and figure it's a Chow Chow.

"We don't like cranky chow chows" same

i only see a white-gold tongue!

0:28 hes like, "Come on this way what re you waiting for!"

My first dog was a black chow when I was 8 Raised her from a puppy ,She was very loving 🥰 to me and my younger sister and my family growing up , very protective of the house great guard dog 🐕

I had a 3/4 chow, 1/4 German Shepard mix that we sadly had to put down Sunday 7/6/14. We had him since he was a puppy and fit in our hands, he lived to be a little over a month away from 16 years old. Almost 112 in human years. He was the best dog ever. Social to those that would come in the house, guarded the family. Everyone loved him, we are still getting cards, and flowers since he past. He was a very health dog for the most part except for the end of his life his legs and hips would give out on him. Great memory and great companion. Mushu is in heaven and in no pain now. Wish I could have had him cloned, personality and all.

I remember my neighbor having a big and fluffy male chow chow! I had old little lady who was a lovely german shepherd mix, she was well liked in the whole neighbourhood due to being so nice and careful. I even remembered other kids (I was a small kid at the time too) running up happily to me and my dad just to greet our dog. But anyways, back to the chow chow. The chow chow was named “Bosse” (It’s a Swedish name) and was suuuuuper lazy. Every time I would see him he would just walk super slow and even sometimes just lay down right on the spot to take a -not so quick- nap. But every time he saw my german shepherd he would just immediately start running towards us and wag his big fluffy tail! My german shepherd would always play a bit hard to get, due to her only having eyes on me and my dad at the time but she really loved the new found attention she got from “Bosse”. I was one time walking my dog by myself when I suddenly saw one of “Bosse’s” owners struggling to making him get up after laying down on the road to sleep, while the other owner just couldn’t stop laughing. Thankfully the road wasn’t trafficked at all at the time but since they were in a rush they had to get him to continue walking. That was when “Bosse” suddenly saw me (his favourite kid in the neighbourhood, due to him being a real food lover and that I would always would always share a bit of my rice to him) and my dog. He immediately stood up, making both his owners who were really strong and well trained almost fall due to how quick he rushed up, he rushed towards us and started licking me and my dog. The owners had a good laugh about how a small kid and an old dog could make “Bosse” get up while they couldn’t. I miss Bosse and my old dog a lot. If you guys want to hear more stories about my dog I would gladly share them! I really needed to rant about how much I miss them lol.

I had a rescue from Mexico, she was mostly Chow and a little retriever. Beautiful dog, sweet personality, didn't really like kids, was independent and could be left alone with no problem. She didn't really like strangers until she got to know them. She loved other dogs and liked to socialize. She loved ladies and not so sure about men but that was because of her street life in Mexico. She was OK with my cat too and would have liked to be friends but my cat was not having it. They eventually started to sleep together and made friends. Everyone always thoughts she was a Toller because of her beautiful red coat. She was a wonderful companion.

My Chow, red Rosie, is a sweetie. I got her from a rescue group when she was about 3 years old. She had puppies when found and heart worm; puppies were OK & Rosie was treated for the heart worm before I got her. One of my cats became her best friend, often washing Rosie's face & ears, and then would flop down on her front paws, & Rosie would bath him as if her was a puppy. Rosie & I walked all over my neighborhood, including alleys, in all kinds of weather. She was friendly with children and elderly. The local "gang" would part the way on the sidewalk when I came walking with Rosie and a black Chow-mix, Suze, I had at the time. They didn't know that both Chow dogs were very friendly and sweet tempered. Suze has since died, but Rosie is now 14 and still enjoys taking walks and meeting people, & lives with a cat.

1:26 Chowster: yeahh and the CEO walked into the ba.... OOO! LEAF!

My first dog was a chow chow. I miss him! He was super sweet! He got attacked by other dogs and didn’t even fight back. Chows are not aggressive

Our chow mix is funny, loyal, and a great watch dog❤

My grandpa had black chow chow named Bear and he was a sweetheart.

Damn it, they are adorable

Our chow chow chilie is now 13 and never bite anyone. He's calm and exceptionaly patient so unless you haven't trained it right chow chows are calm, loving dogs!

My parents owned a chow chow while I was a baby. He was the sweetest thing, he was more curious than “aggressive”. Especially with children he would always just sit there and watch us.

chow chows look like mini bears thats why their so adorable

Wow I can't believe chow chows are considered aggressive! I've always loved them since seeing them in a book of dog breeds when I was little and actually met one today for the first time! She was adorable and totally adoring of me - a complete stranger - and so sweet and cuddly. It's the same with all breeds, it's how you train them! If there is an aggressive dog, it's always a human's fault!

I love Chow Chows! I find them very loving and friendly towards everyone in general and always cheer up anyone who is sad or upset ❤️

Chow chows are lovely dogs. I knew somebody who owned one many years ago, and it was one of the most placid, friendly dogs I've ever met.

Had a chow chow before. Best dog ever.

I have a pet Chow Chow! He's so adorable. He's my first pet. He's kinda cute! I'm so lucky to have him

My grandma had a chow/semoyan mix. Ironically named bear-face. He loved everybody and everything. Miss him... I think he lived to be about 15. He grew up with 2 dogs and 3 cats and got along with even the meanest of the bunch (a BW shorthair named B).

Growing up with 2 chows .I can says they are the most loving kind souls. Also , protective an weary of strangers. And smart animals that will let you know when they don't appreciate an attitude from anyone. I am a better person today because of my chows

They look amazing, I want one!

I grew up with my chow, he had been protecting our household until his last day.

I'm 12 and my chow chow is my best friend.

I grew up with a chow chow from newborn till now, they have always been great even when I was a baby. She even let baby me sit in her 😂❤️

Sadie our chow also loves when we have company. She starts to bark as soon as they drive up and she greets them at the door with her tail wagging outta control lol.

Woow!!!!!! It's a beautiful dog.

I think chow chow's are very good dogs

I had a chow chow, Rottweiler mix. Amazing dog. RIP Bear

Best guard dog. Had a Chow Chow mix. This dog don't like no stranger.

I have a chow she's the sweetest thing ever we named her cinnamon after her color and personality

my first dog was a chow chow when i was 11 i was trying to play fetch with her and she attacked me, we never played fetch again but all in all a great breed and she lived for 16 yrs.

My grandma had a Chow Chow mix, loved him so much.

we have a chow japanese spitz mix. We got him when he was just a puppy because we wanted a guard dog. The breeder told us to always give him hugs and socialize as much as we can so he won’t be as aggressive. Now he’s all grown up and loves his family very much but hates strangers. He’s the perfect guard dog and we love him very much. Oh and what’s funny is he was easier to train than our golden retriever and he is so much smarter

I was showing this my mom to convince me to get a chow chow and when it said Elvis Presley had one she was convinced

is this matt damon lmao

I miss this breed..... had a few back in the day..... haven’t seen one in a few years

My neighbor had a chow chow and even though it didnt know me it was extremely sweet to me. Now Chow Chows are my favorite dogs❤❤❤❤

Chow's taste really good too .

that's a fucking tiny bison!!

they're actually very kind and gentle :>!! so cute

Puppies? More like fluffies! ❤❤❤

Grizzwald bit Tom Syndicates face. >:'(

My chow chow is 6months old right now. I can agree that chows has this aggressive side, but if they're properly trained and given love then they're a fluffy, cuddly and sweet dog underneath that aggressive demeanor. He's good to my pet cat Jioue and he has never bitten any of our visitors nor any family member. He's a sweet dog.

when i was a baby my mom and dad had a Chow named Kobi. He was born on the same day as me. I remember i could do ANYTHING to that dog.He was one of the best dogs we ever had. He passed when he was 17. i miss him still to this day.

I grew up with a chow and he was so protective of us. He never bit anyone but you knew if he just didn't like someone. He absolutely hated any sort of violence and was just the best dog ever. Wish he was still here

Like if u have a chow chow

We have chow chow ♡♡

The best dogs. I have 2 of them. They're super loyal, smart, listen well, and very protective.

I need one of those 😍 I have been wanting a chow chow for so long!

1:53 that's not a tibetan mastiff...

I really, really want to get a chow chow, but I'm worried about it being overly protective if I don't socialize it properly...

I grew up with chows. Even as a child. They were always good.

I've seen a chow chow only once evewr in my life at the vets office. That dog was huge! LMAO Gorgeous too!

Chows are not agressive look at my lil buddys they never bite me nor anyone outside our family

They say they’re aggressive but mine barley does anything.

Just got my 9 week old Chow chow puppy a few hours ago, already in love 😍😂

My chow was the first dog I ever had. Got him about a year and a half after I moved out of my parents house. He was the most gentle dog ever. Stubborn yes, but still so easy to train. The fact that they hate being dirty made him very easy to housetrain too. The only things I struggled a bit with was getting him to walk properly on a leash, and to call him back. He listened when he wanted to 😂😅 The leash part did go very great for a while. I took him to a trainer so I could learn some techniques, and it actually worked. BUT.... Then he tore his ACL when he was two... And we couldn't take proper walks for nearly a year after that. So all the progress we made went away, and then he just didn't want to learn it again.. Sometimes he was great on walks, and others he was a complete nightmare. He ignored pretty much all other dogs and was very neutral when it came to that. But if he saw a rabbit or something that ran away from him, he actually cried if he wasn't allowed to follow 😂 He was kinda scared of people, and his first instinct was to run away or hide. He really was all bark and no bite. When people came to our home, he followed them around barking for like 5 minutes, so that wasn't very fun. But then he was chill, keeping his distance. But when he had met someone a few times, they became besties. I always said that when you were allowed access to touch the ears, you were friends for life. Once they could do that, he never barked at you again, and you could instantly pet him with no hesitation from his part. Vets absolutely loved him, and he always loved them the instant they met. It was always so wonderful to see. Same with our groomer. They were just instantly accepted, and they all said that he was the kindest chow they had ever met. Which was very good, because he met a lot of vets... Sadly, I had to put him to sleep just two months before his 5th birthday.. He suffered an acute spinal hernia, and within two hours he went from walking normally to being paralyzed from under his shoulder blades down.. By the time we got to a vet (it was a sunday afternoon), it had progressed to not only loosing mobility, but also all feeling. His hindlegs had also stippened up, and the part of the back that he did feel was so painful that not even morphine could help.. It was to the point where surgery wouldn't have helped either. So I had no choice but to let him go... I'm writing all of this now, because yesterday was exactly 5 years since his passing, and I still miss him so much.. But if that had never happened, he probably would be gone by now anyways. It's just sad that we didn't get to have those later years together.. If anyone has taken the time to read this, I really appreciate you. And I know that Teddy would've too ❤ Teddy always knew that I was anxious before I knew myself, and he always tried to distract me when it started. But he also felt when someone else tried to help me, and then he would thank them with a buff of his head and a kiss, no matter if he knew them or not. So that love is what Im sending to you. I truly hope you will have an amazing day ❤

I got bit in the ass by one when I was five, and it caused me to have little fear of dogs

wats the point in trash talking the chow chow breed if u don't like them why watch or commet

my grandparents owned 2 of these brother dogs when I was very young and they were the most loyal being and huge. They kept coyotes away and were protective of me when I would walk the street, but very gracious dogs. Sadly they have both passed in tragic ways. They will always be wonderful dogs in my eyes

My best friend is a Chow,he might not seem to be very affecionate but is lovable and very loyal. He did save my life after I fainted in a bathroom and he still takes a spot near the door whenever I go to there (doesn't really matter where is it, I took him to my friends place and then he would wait for me to get out of their bathroom). He's 4 years old,never seen any signs of agression- but he's not comfortable around children that much I can tell.

just got bitten by a chow chow, cheeky fucker... felt like laying down the law (smacking it one), but instead insurance time. :s

grizzwald

Love the Thanos tongue!😋

I had a black chow chow named Smoky. He was so friendly to everyone. He died of a stoke but he was my best friend growing up. I miss him so much.

Beautiful ???

looks can be deceiving :/

I had a red chow, he was the cutest we got him when my sister was born... then I was born and he always protected me right when my parents brought me home he just sat there with me and would growl at anyone who came by me, as I got older I started training him. He was truly the best dog. We grew up together it was amazing! I got another dog named Winston he’s a lil chihuahua, now they’re best friends! I live both my dogs.

I´ve got an 8 weeks old Chow last weekend. He´s a great dog and I´m really happy with him. He likes other people and animals and everytime he sees someone outside, he is friendly.