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You are here: Home / NEWS & MAGAZINE ARTICLES / ARTICLE circa 1899-In Defense of the Chinese Dog

ARTICLE circa 1899-In Defense of the Chinese Dog

Artwork etching featured at Hamshere gallery
Artwork etching featured at Hamshere gallery in the U.K..  Possibly the famous Hildelell Ba Tang circa 1910

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This charming article was written back in the day when the chow was first introduced to American and European households.  We were getting to know this unique creature both as companion and show dog.  All the “rules” that applied to the average canine seemed to be challenged by the Edible Dog of China.  Of all the things we have altered on this magnificent breed over the past century, the chow’s heart, soul, and unique  personality and general characteristics have remained in tact ….thank goodness!

 

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