Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

Chow Chow, German Shepherd

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Cream
Fawn

A Golden Mountain Dog can have a litter of 5-10 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 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.

The Golden Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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.

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Myasthenia Gravis

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Cataracts

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

X-Rays
MRI
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Golden Mountain Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Golden Mountain Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chow Shepherds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Run, Fetch, Walk

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

Golden Mountain Dogs 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Mountain Dog, it's at least 10 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 Chow Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Mountain Dogs usually need at least 60 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 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.

The Golden Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog feed 4 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 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.

The average cost of a Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Golden Mountain Dog is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 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.

Golden Mountain Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Chow Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chow Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Mountain Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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