are chows the only dogs with black tongues?
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The Chow is one of the most ancient breeds and is the ancestor of many breeds of today. The orgin of the Chow's black tongue is a mystery; we don't know how or why he came to have it. We do know that the Chow is not the only breed with a blue-black tongue. The Chinese Shar-Pei shares this trait as well.
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Like a nickname, the term stuck to these dogs. Chows make exceptional house pets. Despite their size (17-21" at the shoulder, 45-85 pounds), they are very quiet, naturally well-behaved, not diggers or barkers and aren't destructive. They're one of the easiest breeds to housebreak.
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Certain broad-spectrum antibiotics, those that fight many types of bacteria, can cause a condition called “black, hairy tongue” by changing the balance of different bacteria that naturally live in your mouth.
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One common question about the Chow Chow breed is – do they bark a lot. The answer is not simple, but most commonly, yes they bark a lot. ... Though many people say Chows make excellent apartment dogs, their excessive barking is one of the drawbacks to keeping this breed in an apartment setting.
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According to Dogs Naturally, there is a “no shave” rule for double coated dogs. This includes the northern breeds like Huskies and Malamutes as well as herding breeds like Golden Retrievers, Border Collies, Aussie Shepherds, Shelties, Newfoundlands, and Bernese Mountains.
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Black Mouth Curs tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds. Mountain Curs are high energy dogs. Black Mouth Curs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. Mountain Curs need a lot of exercises.
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The Reason Behind a Blue Tongue The colour of the Chow's tongue can be blue, purple, or black depending upon the individual dog. The reason for these dark shades is the presence of pigmented cells. These are the same cells which are responsible for imparting colour to the human skin.
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Thanks to their infamous black tongues and thick, woolly coats, chow chows can withstand extremely cold temperatures, making them ideal snow dogs.
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Newborn chow chow puppies don't share the memorable blue-black tongues of adults of their breed. Chow chow tongues actually start out pink, much like those of other types of dogs. ... Young chow chows typically develop their blue-black tongues once they reach between 8 and 10 weeks in age.
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['Chihuahua.', 'Dachshund.', 'Chow Chow.', 'Doberman Pinscher.', 'Dalmatian.', 'Rottweiler.', 'Jack Russell Terrier.', 'German Shepherd.']
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Yes, whales do possess tongues just like most animal species. ... All three sub species are either part of the toothed whale or baleen whale suborder based on whether they are born with teeth or baleen plates.
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Temperament. Black Mouth Curs are great family dogs. They are very social dogs if trained properly. ... Most BMCs off their 'turf' work well with other dogs, hunting or herding stock, but on their family property will chase the same dog away.
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['English Bulldog.', 'Chow Chow.', 'Basset Hound.', 'Boston Terrier.', 'Tibetan Spaniel.', 'Shih Tzu.', 'Bull Mastiff.', 'Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.']
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Black hairy tongue is caused by an overgrowth of dead skin cells, causing lengthening of the papillae, and staining from bacteria, yeast, food, tobacco or other substances in the mouth. Black hairy tongue is a temporary, harmless oral condition that gives the tongue a dark, furry appearance.
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Chow chows are not usually social, outgoing dogs. They tend to be aloof with strangers and can be aggressive with other dogs. This is fitting with their history as guard dogs for homes and livestock. Early socialization to other dogs, pets and people is important.
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About the Chow Chow Owners say Chows are the cleanest of dogs: They housebreak easily, have little doggy odor, and are known to be as fastidious as cats. Well-socialized Chows are never fierce or intractable, but always refined and dignified. They are aloof with strangers and eternally loyal to loved ones.
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['Boston Terrier. ... ', 'Lhasa Apso. ... ', 'Miniature Schnauzer. ... ', 'Bullmastiff. ... ', 'Chow Chow.', 'Chinese Shar-pei. ... ', 'Akita.', 'Basenji.']