Chinook Dog

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 Three Year Vet and Dog lover. Owner of Website: Lovabledogs.info

Chinook Dog
By Cindy- Lovabledogs.info

 Chinook Dog

The Chinook dogs are dedicated, hard-working and versatile sled dogs. Performing their given task is their primary concern in life. In addition to sled-pulling, the Chinook breed also can be used for carting, obedience, flyball, search & rescue, and packing. The build of the Chinook dogs, coupled with their agile movement and drive, make them great agility dogs. One of the key breed characteristics is the Chinook dogs temperament: calm, non-aggressive, with a willing, friendly disposition. Chinook dog  are bred to work in teams and do not exhibit dog-aggression. Gentle and even temperament, the Chinook is a dignified who may be reserved with strangers or in unfamiliar surroundings. A Chinook should, however, never appear timid or aggressive. In action, the Chinook is graceful but purposeful, alert but calm. The Chinook breeds expression reflects his intelligence; his proud carriage reflects his dignity. Most Chinooks make excellent dogs for children. Especially when the Chinook is raised with the children (even with rough & tumble children). Most Chinook breeds tolerate children even when they haven't had any contact with them. the Chinook dogs are incredibly loyal. The Chinook work totally reliable off-leash and really only want to be with you. Given acres and acres of land, the are generally going to be wherever you are; so having a lot of space is not a requirement. The Chinook needs to be close to its family and part of the family. The Chinook dogs do not make good outdoor pets. The Chinook is generally good with non-canine pets. A tad strong willed, these dogs need to be taught early who is the "top dog". The Chinook dogs are easily trained through positive reinforcement, but do not respond to heavy handed training tactics. This has a very high pain-tolerance and do not appreciate being disrespected. They are very smart, and only need to know what you want them to do and why you want them to do it.

Chinook Dog
Named after the Inuit word for “warm winter winds” the Chinook is a strong, hardy and swift that is capable of hauling heavy loads across a frozen tundra. The Chinook is characterized by having a broad skull and a tapered muzzle. The eyes are brown and almond-shaped. When the Chinook is alert, his saber tail is formed in a distinctive sickle curve. When joined in competition, the Chinook is presented in all its natural glory, hair should not be trimmed (not even the whiskers).

Chinook Skills
Chinook dogs were once bred to pull sleds and was once close to extinction. Thanks to the efforts of Chinook fanciers, the breed is once again thriving. Chinooks no longer pull sleds for a living but do so as a sport. Most Chinooks are entered into winter competitions / sports, and the rest are bred to be s.

Chinook Personality
If you are looking for a guard dog, then the Chinook is not for you for these animals are known to have a gentle, calm, and happy temperament. These shy and reserved dogs are very loyal to their masters. Chinook puppies should be properly socialized else adult Chinooks would not outgrow their inherent shyness. Although they would be friendly towards strangers, children and older dogs, this would rather remain by the side of their master.

The Chinook Exercise Needs
Chinooks dog, though they are working dogs, do not need heavy and strenuous exercise. The Chinook requires only a few exercise sessions per week. After a hearty run or some obedience lessons, an adult Chinook will rest and once he has regained his breath, he will find ways to entertain itself.

The Chinook Living Conditions
Despite being a working dog, Chinooks can live comfortably in an apartment or inside a house. Chinooks love human contact and would prefer to live with humans rather than stay outside in the backyard or a house.

The Chinook Grooming Requirements
The Chinook has a double coat of tawny colored hair. The coarse outer coat covers a thick, soft and downy undercoat. The base and underside of the Chinook s tail is longer than the rest of the fur on this body part. Acceptable Chinook coat colors should range from light honey to reddish gold. If your Chinook has black markings on the inside corners of its eyes, and the ears and muzzle are darker than the rest of the body, don’t be dismayed as these markings are very much preferred. Because of their double coat, grooming should involve a deeper, firmer brush that normal. The key is to get down into the deeper coat.

The Chinook Health Issues
The Chinook dogs are known for their excessive shyness. Aside from this personality flaw, Chinooks are generally a healthy breed. However, a small percentage still get afflicted by health problems such as eye abnormalities, hip dysplasia, and skin problems. Some even suffer from mono / bilateral cryptorchidism, and spondylosis. If you’re going to buy a Chinook puppy, make sure that you double check the dogs eyes and his rear legs (to rule out hip dysplasia).

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