Breed Standard and Characteristics

The unique look of the Chuandong Hound  has evolved over more than 2000 years through natural selection in that only the dogs that could cope with the rough terrain and intense heat were used for hunting and breeding, no consideration was given to the look of the dogs just that they were fit for purpose! The characteristics we see today pricked ears, erect tail, with a sparse single coat of harsh hair is a product of the environment in which these dogs have thrived in, likewise the dogs that moved to the urban areas as pets have since been selected for their calmer temperament better placed to cope with urban living, over some generations the City dogs have developed a stockier build and a different head type compared to the original hunting hound.

These physical differences are the reason that the China Kennel Union took the decision to create two distinct breeds giving people with an interest in each breed a blue print to work to when breeding in the future.                                                      

                                                           

Main points of difference

Standard Chuandong Hound Chongqing Dog
Muzzle/ Skull length 1 - 1 1 - 2
Colour Shades of Red Shades of Red or Solid Black
Bite Scissor Undershot <5mm
Eyes Almond shape Oval shape
Topline Level Slight fall between shoulders, rising above the croup
Height Male 45-50cms, Female40-45cms Male 40-45cms, Female 35-40cms

Click on the links for the C.K.U. standards

Chuandong Hound Characteristics

The Chuandong Hound is a very unique breed with many characteristics that are similar to cats, they keep themselves impeccably clean particularly their feet, under belly and legs if they are wet or muddy, they are easy to house train, they can turn their ears individually to identify sounds and they are very sure footed. They are extremely intelligent and loyal with a willingness to learn, they attach quickly to all family members making them very alert house dogs.

Chuandong Hounds are affectionate and loving with all family members, especially Children who they adore. They play with toys patting them with their feet and throwing them up to catch them, they enjoy running around at great speed, but they love nothing more than being close to family members for cuddles … Chuandongs are great company and fun to have around.

All this character with the added bonus that they have a single sparse coat that does not shed making them a truly Hypoallergenic breed.

The Chuandong Hound has as lifespan of 16-20 years

                  9 years old

                 16 years old

                 16 years old

                  20 years old