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

Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Weeranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Weeranians as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chow Chow, German Shepherd

Westie and Pomeranian

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Cream
Fawn

Fawn
Red
White
Gray
Brown
Black

Chow Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Weeranians have medium-length coats.

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 Weeranian can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Myasthenia Gravis

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Collapsed Trachea

Cataracts

Cataracts
Allergies
Eye Problems

X-Rays
MRI
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Cardiac
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Allergy Testing

Chow Shepherds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Weeranians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Chow Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Weeranians require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Swimming, Play fighting, Car rides, Running, Puppacinos, Running at, Getting trained

Hike, Training, Walk, Sleeping

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.

Weeranians are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Weeranian dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Weeranian, it's at least 6 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 Weeranians usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Weeranian 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

Pin 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 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Weeranian 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 Weeranian is somewhere $1.30 - $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 Weeranian is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Weeranian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Weeranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Chow Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Weeranians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chow Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Weeranians are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

Chow Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Weeranians are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.