The history of one of the oldest and most beloved dogs of the Chinese aristocracy and clergy is shrouded in many legends and traditions. The inimitable appearance of the Chow Chow, its mysterious character allowed the ancient owners to come up with the most diverse ancestors of this animal - bears, lions and even long-extinct polar wolves.
The Chinese nobility was sure that these amazing dogs, similar to cubs, are the messengers of the gods. And the poor inhabitants of some areas of the country considered them a healing delicacy that they ate.
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