Comparison: Chow Chow and Eurasian

Chow Chow and Eurasian are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

	Chow Chow	Eurasian
FCI group	5. Spitz and primitive types	5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of origin	China	Germany
Category	Large	Medium
Height at withers	46–56 cm	–
Weight	20–32 kg	18–30 kg
Life span	9–12 years	–
Recognition features	Blue-black tongue Lion-like mane and thick plush coat Stocky build and short square muzzle	Medium-sized spitz with prick ears and varied colours (no pure white or piebald) Medium-long, thick coat over a dense undercoat Bushy tail carried over the back
Coat	Dense straight outer coat (smooth or rough); red, black, blue, cream.	Thick undercoat with medium-length, straight, loosely lying guard hair; all colours except pure white and piebald.
Purpose	An ancient Chinese dog used for hunting, hauling and guarding, also for meat and fur; the blue tongue is a hallmark.	German companion breed developed in the 1960s; calm family dog with a very strong bond to its people.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.