Chow Shepherd Dog Breed Information

Posted on Jul 20, 2019, Modified : Jan 10, 2020 Zina

Chow Shepherd personality, temperament,and behavior

Breeds

Country of Origin	Unknown
Nicknames and Other Names	Sheprachow
Scientific Name	Canis Lupus Familiaris
Breed Type	Crossbreed
Group	Companion Dog
Bred For	Family Companion
Size	Medium-Sized
Recognized By	None
Life Span	10-14 Years
Ideal Weight	45-90 Pounds (male and female)
Ideal Height	22-26 Inches (male and female)
Fur Type	Dense, soft, medium-length
Common Colors	Red Brown, Tan, Light brown, Brown,
Markings	Black Markings
Availability	Moderately Available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	Not Very Suitable
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	German Shepherd Chow Chow

If you are looking for a mini Leonberger then get a Chow Chow and a German Shepherd mix. The mix of these two popular breeds results in a Chow Shepherd dog.

It is a medium to the large-sized designer dog that is best suited for an experienced dog owner. It is an active dog so apartment life is not suitable for them so keep them in a house with a yard.

The appearance of the Chow Shepherd is more of either of the parents. It is likely to have a furry, floppy coat with a muscular and strong body. The tail is usually long like German Shepherd having a bit of curl like Chow Chow. Chow Shepherd is also known as the Sheprachow.

Temperament, Behavior, and Personality

Temperament: The Chow Shepherd has a mixed temperament that it gets from both of its parents. It is aloof like Chow Chow but also wants human attention when it needs. It got the brave, protective, affectionate temperament of the German Shepherd. It is a hard-working breed like both of its parents and is happy to be part of it’s master’s work.

Behavior: The Chow Shepherd is a very active dog that needs regular vigorous activities. If they are not provided with enough exercise, they can become anxious and depressed. Therefore, they need to be challenged physically and mentally regularly which will keep them happy and healthy.

Personality: The personality of the Chow Shepherd is very alert, fearless, and sometimes aggressive. They are not generally aggressive but if they or their family are been threaten, they will not back off and defend them without any fear.

Is Chow Shepherd Child-Friendly?

Chow Shepherd get along with children pretty well but if the kids are harsh, they may not tolerate that behavior. So they do best with older children who behave around them are not harsh on them.

When they are interacting with children, it is necessary to supervise their together time. Also, if you are keeping Chow Shepherd with small kids in the house, teach your kids to behave around dogs and never play rough with them. Elder guidance is necessary for small children

A girl playing with a Chow Shepherd.
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Trainability

Chow Shepherd is a very intelligent and smart dog that can be easily trained but only by an experienced dog owner. They can be stubborn sometimes but with the right leadership, they can be trained to be obedient.

Suggestion: Establish a firm and consistent leadership upon them and be patient while training them. Use delicious treats and lots of vocal praises as a source of motivation to them.

Chow Shepherd leash training.

Facts

Although Chow Chow and German Shepherd are popular breeds, Chow Shepherd is not known by many as it is a designer breeds.
It is not recognized by the American Kennel Club or other major Kennel Club.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Hip Dysplasia, Diabetes, Elbow Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Bloat, Obesity
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Parainfluenza, Canine Coronavirus, Canine Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Canine Distemper, Kennel Cough
Shedding	Moderate Shedder
Drooling	Moderate Drooler
Grooming	Average Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Average
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 23% Fat: 8% Glucosamine Lysine Antioxidants

The Chow Shepherd can inherit some of the following canine health problems.

Hip Dysplasia: It is a condition where the hip socket of the dog is dislocated. It causes pain on the back of your dog causing it difficult to move from one place to another. Take him to a vet for an immediate check-up and always check for its parent’s health report before buying.
Obesity: It is a health problem that is caused due to overweight. It can be the cause of other serious health problems too like diabetes, joints and bone pain. So do not overfeed your Chow Shepherd and always involve it in regular physical exercise.