The Chinook is a large and powerful breed of dog that was originally bred in the United States for sledding and guarding. They are intelligent, loyal, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
Chinook
Origin
- Country
- United States
- Region
- New Hampshire
- Era
- early 20th century
Group
- Working
Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Size
- Height
- Male 61–69 cm · Female 56–64 cm
- Weight
- Male 32–43 kg · Female 23–32 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- tawny (pale honey to reddish-gold), darker shadings on ears and muzzle
Traits
- friendly, affectionate, gentle, eager to please, intelligent, playful