Chow Chow
HundMittelGewicht 20–32 kgLebenserwartung 9–12 J.
The purple-tongued lion — entropion, joint problems and GDV need attention; skin problems hide under that dense coat, and the independent nature needs early socialization.
Wesen: Aloof and independent, devoted to family, strong guarding instinct
🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken
Hoch
Entropion
Lashes rub the cornea — tearing and squinting need surgical correction
Häufig
Hip/knee problems
Standard large-breed screening
Häufig
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV)
Deep-chested — manage feeding
Häufig
Skin disease
Part the coat to actually see the skin
📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz
- #1Eye exam (annual)
- #2Hip X-rays (age 1-2)
- #3Skin exam (every visit)
🍚 Ernährung
Split meals with post-meal rest; weight control protects the joints.
🛁 Tagespflege
Extremely dense double coat — brush daily; prevent summer heatstroke; socialize from puppyhood.
🔗 Verknüpfte Symptomseiten
Retching without producing anythingSwollen, tight abdomenHind-limb weakness / slippingReluctant to move, climb or jumpRed eyeCloudy / bluish eye
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