#03 – Chow Chow
The third most expensive dogs in terms of average price range are also one of the oldest breeds on earth. A native of China, the Chow Chow can trace its history as far back as 206 BC.
During the 8th Century AD, an emperor of the Tang Dynasty was rumored to have owned a kennel with over 5,000 of these dogs and twice the number of the caretaker staff.
The Chow Chow is characterized by its pudgy face, fluffy fur, and a bluish tongue that frequently sticks out of its perpetually scowling jaws. This dog is endowed with a level of cleanliness that is only matched by its social refinement. To some extent, they tend to behave like cats.
Among strangers, the Chow Chow is too reserved to be an acquaintance. It is, however, very devoted to its caretakers. Most importantly, its subpar level of fitness and low energy makes it an easygoing urbanite.
- Estimated Price: from $3,000 to $8,500
- Average Lifespan: 8 to 12 years
- Average Weight: 45 to 70 lbs (male and female)
- Average Height: 17 to 20 inches (male and female)
- AKC Popularity Rank: 74th
