Curious
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Quiet
Detached

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Clever

Chow Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

French Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chow Shepherds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

French Pins are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Chow Chow, German Shepherd

Miniature Pinscher, French Bulldog

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Cream
Fawn

Brindle
Brown
Red
Black
White

Chow Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

French Pins have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Chow Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A French Pin can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Chow Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

French Pins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chow Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the French Pin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Myasthenia Gravis

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Cataracts

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
vonWillebrand’s Disease

X-Rays
MRI
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Fecal Examination
Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Endocardiogram
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Dermatopathology

Chow Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

French Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Chow Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

French Pins bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Chow Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

French Pins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chow Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For French Pin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chow Shepherds usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most French Pins usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Chow Shepherds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The French Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Chow Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

French Pin should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-90 pound (20 - 41 kg) Chow Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) French Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chow Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a French Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chow Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a French Pin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chow Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

French Pins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Chow Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

French Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Chow Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

French Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Chow Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

French Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.