Aloof
Loyal
Intelligent
Detached
Independent
Quiet
Protective

Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Aggressive

Chow Chows are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Bully-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

China

United States

Tibetan Mastiff

Shih Tzu and Bulldog

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Fawn
Cream
Blue

Brown
White
Black

Chow Chows have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bully-Tzus are known for their coat length.

A Chow Chow can have a litter of 13-15 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 Bully-Tzu can have a litter of 4-5 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 Chows may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

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

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

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

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing

Stenotic Nares
Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Elongated Palate
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Allergies

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Hip X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic Tests

Chow Chow has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

Chow Chows 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.

Bully-Tzus are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Bully-Tzu 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 Chow, it's at least 8 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 Bully-Tzu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chow Chows 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.

In general most Bully-Tzus usually need at least 20 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 Chows have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Bully-Tzus 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.

Chow Chow 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Chow Chows are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Bully-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Chow Chows are not the best choice for families with kids.

Bully-Tzus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chow Chows are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Bully-Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Chow Chows are not dog-friendly.

Bully-Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Chow Chows are not very stranger friendly.

Bully-Tzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chow Chows may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Bully-Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.