Chow chow's tongue is blue or purple due to the presence of pigment cells , that is, cells that contain elements called pigments that provide that color.Genetically they have a higher concentration of these cells and, therefore, have a different color to the other races.These cells, in addition to being in the tongue, are, above all, in the mucous membranes, that is why the chow chow is the only dog with lips, gums and palate characterized by being blue/blackish, if not almost entirely.
A curious fact is that this characteristic is not only presented by certain dogs such as chow chow, but we also see it present in other animals such as giraffes, the breed of Jersey cattle and some bear families, such as the polar bear.In fact, some studies conclude that chow chow comes from Hemicyon , a species of mammal that is between the dog and now extinct bears, and that he lived in the Miocene.However, there is still no definitive scientific evidence to reduce this hypothesis, so, for now, it is only this, a hypothesis.However, if we could say that a coincidence could confirm it, and is that chow chow has 44 teeth, just like bears.A dog, on the other hand, usually has 42 teeth.
Another curious fact that we have already mentioned is that chow chow is the only dog with lips and palate characterized by the color blue/blackish.In fact, there are many breeds of dogs or crossed animals that have spots of this color, but their mucous membranes are never completely dark.It is important to note that the chow chow is not necessarily born with the tongue completely blue , but after 2-3 months it begins to experience the coloration.Therefore, if your chow chow does not have the blue tongue, it may not be "pure", and that between its parents (or even another ancestor) will find an otr dog a breed, or that simply in its genetic line that gene has remained as a recessive gene and not as a dominant gene.In case of wanting to present the animal to a contest, it should be noted that the FCI does not accept specimens without the blue/purple tongue or dark.
Another breed of dog characterized by having the blue tongue is shar pei.In this sense, it is important to clarify that the fact that any other dog has blue, purple or dark spots or spots on its tongue does not mean that it descends from a chow chow or other Chinese dog.More than 30 dog breeds show spots on the tongue.
Did you know that there are also legends that explain why chow chow has a blue tongue? As the chow chow was a dog that was originally dedicated to guarding and protecting Buddhist temples, the legend says that one very cold day a seriously ill monk and could not go out to look for firewood to light the fire.Then, the chow chow who was in the same temple went to the forest to collect wood, but only found charred pieces and took them to the monk.When he took the charred wood with his mouth, his tongue turned blue due to contact with the carbon .
The second legend says that Chow Chow's tongue is blue (or purple) because one day a dog of this breed followed Buddha when he painted the sky blue.brush left traces, the dog licked all the droplets drops and, since that day, the chow chow became the dog with the blue tongue.
It is clear that the first feature that comes to mind when we think of chow chow is its blue or purple tongue, however, it shouldn't be a dog that d stacaraunicamente by this physical trait, since it is a very special animal in general.
With an appearance that reminds us of a miniature lion, the chow chow is a calm and calm dog, with aptitudes for to be an excellent guard dog .Since its inception, it has become accustomed to protecting Asian temples in countries such as China and Tibet.Therefore, we can say that the reason that justifies its guardian instinct lies in its DNA It was also used as a hunting and grazing dog, facts that also explain part of its character and temperament.A curious fact is that in certain western cultures it is called the Lions of Fu, also known as Buddha Lions or Chinese Lions, Fu Dogs or Fo Dogs ( Foo Dogs) , due to a confusion that relates these guardian lions to dogs of Chinese origin such as chow chow because of their physical appearance and origin as guard dogs.
Its voluminous mantle and adorable expression have made this dog one of the most popular in the world, however, it should be noted that to keep it In perfect conditions it is essential to take care of it properly.Therefore, we recommend going to the dog grooming once a month or every month and a half.
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