Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Going
Social
Cheerful

Curious
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Quiet
Detached

Copicas are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chow Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Copicas aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Chow Shepherds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Corgi and Cockapoo

Chow Chow, German Shepherd

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Cream
Fawn

Copicas have medium-length coats.

Chow Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Copica can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chow Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Copicas are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chow Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Copica breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Chow Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Myasthenia Gravis

Epilepsy

Cataracts

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Neurological Examination
Angiocardiogram

X-Rays
MRI
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Copica has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chow Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Copicas need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Chow Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Copicas are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Chow Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Copica, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chow Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Copicas usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chow Shepherds usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Copica feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-90 pound (20 - 41 kg) Chow Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Copica is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Chow Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Copica is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chow Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Copica is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Chow Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Copicas make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Chow Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Copicas make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chow Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Copicas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Chow Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Copicas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chow Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Copicas are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chow Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Copicas are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Chow Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Copicas are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chow Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.