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A Little bit about the history of the breed
The Full Story
Meet the Chongqing Dog, the four-legged superstar China's mountains, sporting a look that's more "I just woke up" than "runway model." These dogs are like the gym buddies you never knew you—strong, loyal, and always ready for an adventure (or a snack). With brains and protective instincts, they’re basically the canine version of a superhero—just without the cape. So, if you’re looking for a furry friend who can keep up with your antics and still cuddle a champion, the Chongqing Dog is your new best pal!
a distinctive and loyal breed. With a robust and muscular physique, these dogs are both visually and highly intelligent, serving as protective companions. They excel in dynamic settings and create strong connections with their families, making them wonderful pets for those who value their character. As both guardians and playful friends, the Chongqing Dog adds a unique charm to any household.
3000 year history
possibly the only dog which can be traced back to the wolf it traced back over 3000years the the dynasty used as companion dogs for the Chinese Emperor's and for hunting, a semi primitive breed which had not been domesticated so naturally seem more emotionally connected and understanding similar to humans.
a rich history that dates back over 2,000 years. Originating from the Chongqing region China, these dogs were primarily used for guarding homes and livestock. With their appearance and strong build, they have become a symbol of local culture. Today the Chongqing Dog is celebrated for its unique heritage and continues to be a companion .
edge of extinction
even as recently as 1979 the Chongqing Dog has been fighting for its place on earth it wasvery nearly lost for due to. It is believed that only two breeds managed to survive on mainland China. One was the Shar Pei, which was saved by breeders in Hong Kong, which was actually a British territory until 1999. The other was the Chinese Chongqing Dog. The Chinese Chongqing dog was saved from extinction by a combination of two factors. The first was that it was primarily found in a remote mountainous region where governmental control was comparatively weak. The other was that it was kept as a working dog and was therefore exempt from the worst excesses of the slaughter.A small number of owners in remote Sichuan Valleys continued to breed these ancient dogs, although they were kept essentially entirely as working dogs.
Natural Features
One of the best things about this incredible breed is the features including mostly being more or less hairless or s very thin coat they do not malt and are the cleanest animals we have ever come across, majority not liking the rain lol, there coats are either red or black with amazing quality fur and colure the red is a deep beautiful ruby red with in the sunlight can look more like orange or the deep black similare tot a black panther so majestic and naturally beautiful
they have mostly wrinkles around the neck and muzzle and for head giving them the distinct individual look whih is the thing that attracts them to people
Present Day
Today the Chinese Chongqing Dog is considered to be one of the rarest breeds on earth. The breed’s total global population is slow low that it is thought that there are fewer purebred Chinese Chongqing Dogs on earth than there are Giant Pandas, another creature that has only survived until the present day by hiding deep in the Mountains of Sichuan and Chongqing.
It is hoped that breed numbers will dramatically increase in the near future
and that the breed will become very well-established throughout the entire world.
Until the last 30 years, the Chinese Chongqing Dog was kept almost exclusively as a working dog,
especially during the period which lasted from 1949 until the late 1980’s.
Prior to the 1950’s, the breed’s primary role was as a hunting dog, but very few breed members are still used for that purpose today.
The modern Chinese Chongqing Dog serves two primary functions, companion and guard dog, although many individuals perform both tasks. Those few individuals living outside of China are virtually all kept as companion animals, especially by those interested in rare pets. As interest in dog shows and pet dogs grows throughout China,
the Chinese Chongqing Dog will probably become primarily a companion animal and a show dog, which is where the breed’s future most likely lies.
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