38 Dog Breeds That Require Extra Caution and Understanding

9. Chow Chow

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With a name like "Chow Chow," it's easy to overlook the potential challenges. But beneath their fluffy coat lies a mouth like a lion's. The Chow Chow's unique black tongue sits between powerful jaws. Their bite force is 220 psi, and they are known in China as the "Puffy Lion Dog." These fluffy dogs can develop territorial or overly protective tendencies if not socialized.