Chinook Dog owners recommend brushing the dogs on a daily bases to keep shedding under control. They also recommend bathing the dogs only once or twice per year, or on an as-needed basis. A Chinook’s nails can be thick and grow very fast and you may need to trim them on a weekly basis. Other grooming requirements (such as ears, skin, paws, and teeth) are the same as other breeds. Moderate daily exercise is required to maintain the health and happiness of a Chinook dog.
This can include running, walking, or working the dog and should actively involve the human companion. Ideally, and after you have trained recall, exercise will include off-leash activity several times per week so the dog is able to run at its own pace. Chinook dogs are not natural water or retriever dogs. While some Chinooks will enjoy the water or playing fetch, these activities may have to be taught to this breed. As long as the Chinook Dog is regularly exercised, it can live in an apartment or a house. As with any dog, your companion should be incorporated into the household activities and not left in backyard or live on a chain in isolation. Due to a Chinook’s sensitive and loyal nature, it thrives with consistent and regular human interaction.
The ideal Chinook dog is not aggressive to people or other dogs, and is calm, affectionate and friendly with both children, strangers (including unknown children), other household pets, and even livestock. These dogs can naturally be shy, reserved, or employ caution around strangers and in unfamiliar environments, but should remain friendly towards them regardless. Excessive reservation can be avoided by early socialization with other people, and shyness should never turn into any form of aggression. As such, Chinook dogs are not protection dogs: they may alert you to the presence of a stranger, but are not known to deter strangers from their territory. Some Chinooks love to dig holes to either lie or play in, and is not typically used as a method of escape. Digging is a natural trait for some dogs of this breed that is difficult or impossible to deter completely.
Chinook dogs are bred to be workers and team players, historically this trait was used to pull a sled to a given destination. Some breed experts say that male Chinook dogs tend to be more affectionate than females, who are known to be somewhat independent. Chinook dogs are not known to bark a lot, and some are said to make other kinds of noises such as whining or wooing. This breed tends to closely bond with its family, and will want to join you wherever you go. Because of this, they typically have excellent recall and are dependable off-leash. However, despite this close bond, a Chinook is able to entertain himself when left at home for awhile.
Chinooks are smart dogs who are adaptable, and easy to train using clear, consistent, confident, and positive training methods and leadership. Harsh techniques do not work well with the Chinook, as these dogs can be sensitive in nature or can become “strong willed” with placating owners.
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