Chinese Chongqing Dog Dog Breed Information, Images, Characteristics, Health

Basic Information - Chinese Chongqing Dog for Sale

Group:

Hound dog

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China

Height Male:

40 - 48 cm15 - 19 inches

Height Female:

35 - 40 cm13 - 16 inches

Weight Male:

20 - 24 kg44 - 53 pounds

Weight Female:

15 - 20 kg33 - 45 pounds

Life Span:

12 - 15 Years

Litter Size:

3 - 6

Size:

Medium

Other Names:

East Sichuan Hunting Dog, Pak Tin Par Dog, Linshui Dog CQ Dog, Mountain Dog, Chuandong Dog, Mountain Dog, Hechuan Dog, Bamboo Ratter

Colors Available:

brown or dark brown, Solid Red

Coat:

Flat, dense, short, harsh, and glossy.

Shedding:

Minimal

Temperament:

Alert, Courageous, Independent, Intelligent, Loyal, Protective, Quiet

Grooming:

Low Maintenance

Trainability:

Hard

Hypoallergenic:

Kids Friendly:

New Owners Friendly:

History - Chinese Chongqing Dog for Sale

The Chinese Chongquing Dog is a very rare and unusual breed found only in China and now in Canada. The Chongquing is native to the city of Chongquing, China. This is an ancient breed that is believed to have lived in China over 2000 years ago during the Han Dynasty. It was a hunter and protector and still functions in those roles today., although there are very few left in China. Following the revolution and creation of the People’s Republic of China, the CQ Dog was only found in the rural areas of the country.

Pottery versions of the Chongquing Dog and burial figurines have been found in excavation sites from tombs of the Han Dynasty. In this isolated and mountainous area of eastern China, the dogs were unknown throughout the rest of China. Because of this the breed is relatively untouched by human intervention and is today about the same as it was 2000 years ago. There has been no interbreeding to change the natural evolution of the breed. They have their own unique personalities and temperaments.

At this time, it is believed that the Chongquing Dog is more endangered and rarer than the panda. Current breeding is diluting the breed as there are so few true bloods cross breeding and inbreeding is occurring. The knowledge of the exact breeds that contributed to the original Chongquing Dog was lost ages ago. The CQ Dog is known for loyalty, noble character, bravery and protecting its own. Today there is one kennel breeding these dogs outside China in Canada.

Description - Chinese Chongqing Dog for Sale

This breed is not well known, even in China. However, its likeness has been found in pottery dating back to the Han Dynasty. It is now beginning to be show in select dog shows. The general appearance upon which a current standard is being developed includes:

The Chongquing is a medium sized, compact and square dog that is powerful, muscular and strong. He is unique in appearance, tail and coat. His head is large, broad and flat. There are wrinkles from the muzzle to the forehead between his eyes. His eyes are brown, and the rims are black. He has high set, small ears that are triangle shape. Its frame is sturdy and strong. He is very muscular, and his strength and speed are explosive.

The Chongqing Dog can be one of three sizes: small, medium and large. All are hunters, but each hunted different prey. The appearance of all three sizes are proportionally the same.

Characteristics - Chinese Chongqing Dog for Sale

The Chongqing Dog is a confident, passionate, fearless and loyal dog. He is brave, alert, thoughtful and elegant. They make good companions for their people, but they are very wary of strangers and are ready to attack in order to protect their people. They are affectionate and loving with their people, including older children. They should never be off-leash in the company of other dogs.

Health Problems - Chinese Chongqing Dog for Sale

The Chinese Chongqing Dog is a very healthy breed by reason of its isolation and seclusion in the far regions of eastern China. There has been no human intervention in the natural development of this breed and no health issues have followed.