Chow Chow vs Maremma Sheepdog
Compare the Chow Chow to the Maremma Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chow Chows and Maremma Sheepdogs.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - Both the Chow Chow and Maremma Sheepdog are okay choices for new or inexperienced owners.
- Children - The Maremma Sheepdog is very child friendly. The Chow Chow does not do well with children.
- Grooming - The Chow Chow is very easy to groom. The Maremma Sheepdog has high grooming requirements.
- Barking - The Maremma Sheepdog has an average tendency to bark. The Chow Chow will bark less frequently than most dogs.
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| Breed Name | Chow Chow | Maremma Sheepdog |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 11-13 yrs. |
| Height | 17-20 in. | 25-29 in. |
| Weight | 40-75 lb | 66-100 lb |
| Intelligence | Below Average | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | China | Italy |
| Origin Year | 150 BC | 1400 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | Yes | No |
| Indoor | Yes | No |
| Small Yard | Yes | No |
| Medium Yard | Yes | No |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 20°F to 80°F | 20°F to 85°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Medium | Medium |
| Exercise Required | Low-Medium | Medium-High |
| Top Running Speed | 20 mph | 18 mph |
| Strength | High | High |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Medium | None-Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Medium-High |
| Dander | Medium | Medium-High |
| Drool Amount | None | Low |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Chow Chow | Maremma Sheepdog |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | No | No |
| Independent | Yes | Yes |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | Yes | No |
| Focused & Patient | No | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Below Average | Below Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Very Low | Very Low |
| Chasing | Below Average | Below Average |
| Follow Commands | Below Average | Very Low |
| Fighting | Below Average | Average |
| Guarding | Average | High |
| Herding | Average | High |
| Hunting | Below Average | Below Average |
| Protection | Average | High |
| Remove Vermin | Below Average | Very Low |
| Sledding | Average | Very Low |
| Watch | Average | High |
| Breed Name | Chow Chow | Maremma Sheepdog |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 11-13 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Bloat | No | Yes |
| Drug Sensitivity | No | Yes |
| Ectropion | Yes | No |
| Hip Dysplasia | Yes | Yes |
| Obesity | No | Yes |
| Vaccination Sensitivity | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Chow Chow | Maremma Sheepdog |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Double Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Smooth Coat | Yes | No |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Rough | Yes | Yes |
| Straight | Yes | Yes |
| Wavy | No | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Medium | Yes | Yes |
| Long | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Black | Yes | No |
| Blue | Yes | No |
| Cinnamon | Yes | No |
| Cream | Yes | No |
| Red | Yes | No |
| White | No | Yes |