Chow Chow
VS
Schipperke
Chow Chow vs Schipperke
Compare Chow Chow and Schipperke side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Chow Chow
Schipperke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
46 – 56 cm
25 – 33 cm
Weight
20 – 32 kg
3 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
2/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Chow Chow
Large
Schipperke
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Chow Chow
Ancient Chinese breed with lion-like coat and blue-black tongue. Medium, sturdy, and square-built, it has a dense double coat needing regular grooming. Independent, loyal, and reserved with strangers, it suits calm homes and experienced owners, requiring moderate exercise and careful health management.
About Schipperke
Schipperkes are small, sturdy Belgian dogs with a square build and thick black double coat forming a ruff and “culottes.” Alert, intelligent, and independent, they’re loyal watchdogs, energetic companions needing daily mental and physical exercise, and generally robust with proper health care.
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