4 Things You Should Know About Chow Chow
If there is only one breed that is worthy to claim that it has been around at the earliest time that is the Chow Chow. It truly is an ancient breed, as a matter of fact – according to the study of the canine genome which instituted “genetic fingerprints” for 85 breeds, Chow Chow is one for the 14 breeds that were ascertained to be a distinguished part of the ancient group. In all probability Chow Chow came from the ancient Tibetan mastiffs which are probably the ancestor of sptiz breeds like the Keeshond, Norwegian elkhound and Pomeranian.
Originally, the land of origin of the said breed is China. There were illustrations of it particularly in a bas-relief of the Han Dynasty. Chow Chow was depicted as a hunting dog for it was blessed with amazing scenting skill that is utilized in hunting game birds, date to 150 BCE. But its desirable qualities it not only limited to the good scenting ability, it is a very flexible breed that can do many kinds of work. Regrettably, it was also kept in China for its meat and fur.
It may seem that the breed came from the northern part of China but contrary to this notion, it is mostly seen in southern part of the country. Particularly in the trading port of Canton and it was frequently a part of the cargo of the ship and as time passed, it was eventually called “Chow Chow” – this came from the Chinese words that means assortment of items, from junks and bric-a-brac.
In 1880, Chow Chows were imported into England; it was depicted as a “Wild Dogs of China.” Queen Victoria, is a very dog-loving person, were interested in the breed and it was also displayed in the London Zoo. And that is the beginning of its fame, from England to United States of America where it was exhibited in 1890. But it was only in 1903 when the American Kennel Club acknowledged the breed, following by the formation of Chow Chow Club of America after 3 years. As of to date, the Chow Chow breed banged the 65th rank among the other breed that is recognized and registered by AKC.
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