How to Identify a Chinook Dog

Chinooks originated in Wonalancet, New Hampshire, are currently the state dog of New Hampshire, and are members of the working group. They are a rare breed of dog. [1] They do share some characteristics with other dog breeds, but they also have multiple unique ones. This wikiHow will help you with figuring out whether or not a dog is a Chinook.

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Considering the Body Structure

  1. Male Chinooks are typically somewhere between 24 to 26 inches (61 to 66 cm) tall, and they usually weigh anywhere from 55 to 90 pounds (25 to 41 kg). Females stand anywhere between 22 to 24 inches (56 to 61 cm) tall, and they have a weight from 50 to 65 pounds (23 to 29 kg). [2]
  2. Chinooks should have a broad head that is in the shape of a wedge and balanced with the dog's size. You should also notice that the dog has cheeks which are rounded a little and developed well. [3]
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  3. Chinooks should have medium-sized ears in the shape of a V that are set on close to the dog's skull's top line. At their tips, the dog's ears should be rounded a little, and the ear should have a just long enough length where it reaches the eye's inner corner. The dog may have prick, drop, or propeller ears that stay folded even when the dog is alert. [4]
  4. Chinooks should have almond-shaped, medium-sized eyes that ideally should be dark brown-colored, but they may be any brown shade. Ideally, you should also notice dark-colored markings around the dog's eyes, thus accentuating them. [5]
  5. Chinooks should have a tail that appears like a saber and is set moderate and directly below the topline's level. You should also notice a medium level of noticeable fringing. The tail's base should be broad, and you should notice tapering going towards the end of the dog's tail, and it should reach to the dog's hock. When the dog is relaxed, the tail should be curved a little at its tip, and when the dog is in motion or alert, their tail should be carried in a sickle-curve, graceful manner, but it should not touch the dog's back or curl to the side of the dog's body. [6]
  6. Male and female Chinooks should both have appearance that are noticeably masculine and feminine, being different from each other. Chinooks should also have an easy, smooth gait that appears tireless. [7]
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Noting the Coat

  1. Chinooks should be tawny in color, and this can mean their coat is anywhere from pale honey in color to deep reddish-gold in color. Though not ideal, the dog may also be dilute tawny in color, with their pads, eye rims, nose, and lips also having a diluted pigment. Ideally, the dog's muzzle and ears should be of a color that is darker than their body. This may be anywhere from a darker-colored tawny than what is found on their body to shading that is black in color (this is the most ideal). The dog should also ideally have markings that are black in color and in the shape of apostrophes found on both eye's inside corners. On the dog's chest, cheeks, underside, breeches, and throat, you may notice symmetrical markings that are either white or anywhere from cream to pale gold-colored. [8]
  2. Chinooks should have an outer coat that feels coarse and an undercoat that feels downy. The dog's winter coat should have a plush, soft feel with hair that is more coarse, while a summer coat typically feels more coarse overall. [9]
  3. Chinooks should have a double coat that is thick and lies close to their body. The dog's outer coat should be strong, straight, and of a longer length over their shoulder blades, withers, ruff, breeches, and along the tail's underside and underline. However, the dog's clean-cut outline should still be visible. The dog should have a dense undercoat that is short in length, and the inner area of the dog's back legs and their groin should have coat for protection. The more coarse hair found on the dog's winter coat should follow their topline, while the dog's summer coat may be more thin. In addition to the tail feathering, you should also notice a small amount of feathering with hair that is short found on the back of the dog's front legs. [10]
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Looking at Temperament

  1. Chinooks are agreeable dogs who are typically just as okay with staying inside as they are going on a hike. [11]
  2. While Chinooks are usually okay with staying inside, they still need a good amount of exercise, through things like games of fetch or daily walks. [12]
  3. Chinooks are known to have a work ethic which is good, and they usually enjoy completing tasks they are given. [13]
  4. Chinooks love being around people; they do not enjoy being by themselves. If they are left alone for too long, they may end up becoming destructive. [14]
  5. Chinooks are known to have a gentle, sweet temperament overall. Because of this, they do not usually do well as guard dogs. [15]
  6. Chinooks are known to be independent dogs who, when they are allowed the time, can usually solve a problem on their own. However, this means they may be able to get into things like their treats, so this is something to keep in mind. [16]
  7. While they may chase unfamiliar cats or rodents in their yard, in general, Chinooks usually do well with other animals. [17]
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      References

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