Description

The Chongqing Dog is a medium sized dog with a deep brown/mahogany color in a thin coat. Their ears are erect and their teeth should meet in scissor bite or be slightly undershot. The teeth should not be visible when the mouth is closed in a natural position. Males should be muscular and well defined where females tend to be more streamlined with an air of femininity.

Origin

The Chinese Chongqing dog is an ancient and unique breed, thought to have been in existence since the Han dynasty in China. The origin of this breed is Chongqing, located in the southwestern region of the China. The Chongqing dogs are used for hunting (scent hound) and protection of the home, they are good working dog and family companion. Few people know the breed in the world. It is even rare in China.

Temperament

The Chongqing Dog is noble, alert, intelligent, and dignified. They are good with respectful children, but can be aloof with dogs they are not familiar with. Proper socialization as a puppy will resolve this. Like all working breeds, they should be socialized to non-canine pets at an early age as well. The Chinese Chongqing Dog is fearless, powerful and muscular. They are natural guard dogs with high drive but are not suitable for competitive or police bite work. If their owner is not with them and a stranger approaches, the Chongqing Dog will heighten watchfulness and make their presence known. If their owner is present, and they see the stranger is friendly, they will drop their guard even if their owners leave. They are independent and can be a little stand-offish with strangers at first but are extremely devoted to their family. Since the Chongqing Dog is an evolutionary breed and not man made, their natural instincts are extremely keen and require a dominant owner that isnt heavy handed. Using pain based training techniques like shock or pinch collars will cause the dog to shut down and not trust their owner. Therefore, potential owners should interview trainers well in advance of their Chongqing Dogs arrival.

Height

Height: Male: 16-19.5 inches (40-50 cm) Female:14-16 inches (35-40 cm)

Weight

Weight: Male: 44-54 pounds (20-25 kg.) Female: 33-44 (15-20 kg.)

Known Health Problems

Because the dog's coat is very short and sparse, some Chongqing dogs can develop skin problems, but it is not common in this breed. A premium diet, preferably human grade, will significantly reduce the chance of skin problems. Natural selection has successfully eliminated undesirable traits in the breed. Furthermore, there has been no inbreeding among the Chongqing dog. Therefore, no known major health problems exist in the Chongqing dog.

Conditions for Living

The Chongqing Dog will do okay in an apartment if they are sufficiently exercised but it isnt ideal. Breeders in the US usually wont sell to anyone living in an apartment. This is a dog of medium size, they do not need a large space, but they do need regular exercise and they love a nice grassy yard. The Chongqing Dog tends to prefer quieter moments when at home with their families and will not do well in a rowdy household.

Exercise Requirments

This breed needs at least 30 minutes of vigorous exercise a day. They make good jogging and hiking companions or at least have a daily, Chinese Chongqing dog is a natural hunter and should never be allowed to roam without supervision.

Life Expectancy

About 18 years.

Grooming

This breed does not require a lot of grooming. Bathe only when necessary.

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