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ladies and Gentlemen let's dive into the
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world of Chow Chows those fluffy
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lionlike dogs that look like they just
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stepped out of a cartoon if you're a
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chowchow owner or thinking about
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becoming one there are some essential
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things you must never forget so grab
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your grooming brushes and hold on to
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your treats because here are 12 things
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all chow chow owners must never forget
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one grooming is a commitment first off
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let's talk grooming owning a chowchow
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means you're signing up for a full-time
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job in fluff management their thick
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double coat requires regular brush in at
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least two to three times a week and
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daily during shedding season if you
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think you can just let it go think again
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you'll be living in a fur tornado before
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you know it and remember they don't shed
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just a little it's like having a
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snowstorm in your living room two
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they're stubborn get used to it now
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let's address the elephant in the room
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stubbornness Chow Chows are not known
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for their eagerness to please they have
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an independent streak that can make
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training feel like trying to teach a cat
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to fetch you'll need patience and
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persistence if they decide they don't
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want to do something suddenly they're
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the dumbest dog on the planet so Embrace
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their stubbornness it's part of their
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charm three exercise is important but
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not overboard let's talk exercise Chow
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Chows don't need intense workouts like
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some other breeds but they still need
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regular activity 30 to 60 Minutes of
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moderate exercise daily will do the
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trick think leisurely walks or short
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play sessions in the yard but don't
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overdo it they can overheat easily due
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to their thick coats so keep an eye on
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them during hot weather a hot day for
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them is like running a marathon in a fur
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coat four socialization is key
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socialization is crucial for these Noble
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beasts start early and expose them to
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different people pets and environments
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if you skip this step you might end up
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with a dog that thinks every stranger is
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an intruder and every dog is a threat
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you want your child to be confident and
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friendly not the neighborhood watch on
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four legs five diet matters more than
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you think but goes into your chow chow
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matters they can be prone to allergies
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and certain health issues so feeding
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them high quality food is essential keep
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an eye on their weight too Chow Chows
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love their food and can pack on the
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pounds faster than you can say treat
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consult your vet about the best diet for
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your furry friend after all you wouldn't
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want them turning into a furry Couch
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Potato six watch out for health issues
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speaking of Health be aware that Chow
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Chows are prone to specific conditions
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like hip dysplasia and entropia that's
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when their eyelids roll inward regular
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vet checkups are crucial don't skip them
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unless you want to play health with your
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beloved pet seven they're not velcro
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dogs cow Chows aren't exactly velcro
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dogs they love being around their humans
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but prefer watching from a distance
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rather than being glued to your side all
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day long they're more like that friend
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who shows up at parties but doesn't want
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to dance just happy to be there while
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maintaining their cool demeanor eight
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training takes time when it comes to
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training start early and be consistent
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use positive reinforcement techniques
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treats and praise work wonders with
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these guys keep training sessions short
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and engaging otherwise they'll lose
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interest faster than you can say sit and
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remember if they decide they don't want
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to listen today just chalk it up as
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another day in the life of a Chow owner
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nine prepare for shedding Seasons get
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ready for shedding Seasons because when
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it hits it hits hard you'll need to
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brush them daily during these times to
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manage all that loose fur and if you
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think you can escape this task by
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keeping them indoors think again fur
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will find its way into every nook and
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cranny of your home 10 keep them cool
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cow Chows are at risk of overheating due
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to their thick coats and short snouts on
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warm days limit walks and ensure they
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have access to plenty of water and shade
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if it's too hot for you outside guess
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what it's definitely too hot for them 11
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be mindful of their independence cow shs
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have an air of nobility about them they
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know they're fabulous this Independence
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means they might not come running when
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called or follow commands immediately
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instead of fighting this nature work
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with it frame training as a partnership
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rather than strict obedience
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12 they will steal your heart finally
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never forget that owning a chow chow
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means having one of the most loyal
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companions by your side they may be
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aloof at times but will shower you with
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love in their own unique way the bond
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you'll create will be worth every moment
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spent grooming and training in
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conclusion owning a Chow Chow is an
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adventure filled with love loyalty and
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yes a bit of chaos but if you're
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prepared for these 12 things you'll be
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well on your way to being the best Chow
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owner out there so embrace the journey
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your fluffy friend will thank you for it
