13. Chow Chow
Average Price: $2,900*
Country of Origin: China
The Chow Chow comes from China and is sometimes called the “puffy lion” there. It has a strong body covered in a thick fluffy coat, but it can trigger allergies. This dog can weigh up to 71 pounds. In China, it was made to do many jobs like hunting, guarding, and working.
If you’re after a really smart dog, this might not be the one. The Chow Chow is cute and super loyal, but it’s not known for being easy to train or very clever. Even so, it’s good at protecting and looks great.
People in America might struggle with having a Chow Chow as a pet. These dogs are banned the most in the US because they can be aggressive and need lots of training and time with others. But people who own Chow Chows would disagree with this tough image. One called Barney even got chosen as the “Pet of the Week” on a local ABC station in December 2020.
