Chow chows are a breed known for their guarding abilities, and their potential for aggressive behavior. Having said that, not all chow chows are aggressive - in fa
…ct, chow chows are mostly amazing dogs even in a family setting. The nature of the chow chow is of extreme loyalty to their owner, but with an otherwise stand-offish nature, which in many cases is misconstrued as a sour temperament. Many times chows are not actually naturally aggressive, but are simply owned by incompetent or green owners who do not raise, train, or handle the dogs correctly, resulting in bad behavior and aggressive displays. Chow chows require a dog owners knowledgeable in dog behavior that also take training seriously and understand the importance of consistency. They are not a dog suitable for just any owner. (MORE) 
