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Pitchow Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Pitchow so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Pitchow? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed American Pit Bull Terrier and Chow Chow mix

Pitchow Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Pitchow? Learn how big the Pitchow breed typically grows.
LargeMedium
Weight Statistics
How much does a Pitchow weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Pitchow breed.
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Pitchow?
50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Pitchow? Pitchow height:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Pitchow?
19 inches (47.5 cm)

Pitchow Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Pitchow puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Pitchow costs.
$500-$700
If you choose to purchase the Pitchow, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Pitchow for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Pitchow gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Pitchow? How many Pitchow are there in the world?
Frequent: The Pitchow is easier than average to get. Maybe there is some risk of overbreeding, as it is a popular breed.

Due to its popularity, inbreeding may occur. A new study shows that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful and seek the help of an experienced person or a professional, in making your decision.

Pitchow Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Pitchow? Discover the Pitchow's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. Keep in mind that if you want to teach them any tricks, they understand and memorize new commands in 40-80 repetitions. Pitchow obey the first command 30% of the time or better. So if you want to have a smart dog, you might have to reconsider your choice with this breed.

The Pitchow ranks below average in the intelligence ranking of dogs.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Pitchow? Learn about the Pitchow's trainability and response to training methods.
Pitchow dogs are quite easy to train. Sometimes they can be challenging, but if you're consistent in teaching new commands they will obey for sure.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Pitchow as a watchdog? Learn about the Pitchow's alertness and guarding instincts.
Pitchow dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Territorial Protection
Is a Pitchow protective of its territory? Learn about the Pitchow's guarding instincts and behavior.
Pitchow dogs are average defenders. Some dogs are very protective of their territory, while others easily let a stranger to trespass. This breed is not sure to defend its territory in every situation.

Pitchow Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Pitchow have? Learn about characteristic Pitchow temperament and behavior traits.
StubbornAloofIndependentClownishProtectiveCourageousIntelligentFriendlyAffectionateObedientLoyalStrongWilledAggressiveQuietDetached
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Pitchow sensitivity:
Pitchow dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. Sometimes it's okay to change the daily routine, have guests and listen to loud music.

Some dogs handle moderate punishment very well, while others crumble apart at a dirty look. This breed is not affected emotionally by moderate punishment.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Pitchow a good family dog?
Average to High: Pitchow dogs are highly affectionate dogs. They like being involved in the family's life. This breed isn't considered an aloof dog.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Pitchow need? Pitchow social needs:
Pitchow dogs need for social interaction is average. This breed likes being around people or other animals, but they don't mind being left alone for a few hours either.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Pitchow to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Pitchow roam?
Pitchow dogs have average wanderlust potential. Sometimes they like to explore the world and they might escape once or twice, but usually, they prefer staying safely at home. Safer to teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Pitchow have high prey drive?
Pitchow dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Pitchow Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Pitchow bark a lot? Learn about typical Pitchow vocalization patterns and triggers.
Low to Average: The Pitchow rarely barks. This breed could be a good choice if you're looking for a quiet breed. They don't bark unless there is a good reason.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Pitchow? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Pitchow breed.
Average: Pitchows, like any other dog breed, like playing. Sometimes they bark in excitement for playing, but they are not the most playful dog breed.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Pitchow live in an apartment? Learn about the Pitchow's suitability for apartment living.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pitchow indoors.

Pitchow Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Pitchow to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Pitchow's flexibility to new situations.
Average: Pitchow dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Pitchow be left alone? Learn about the Pitchow's tolerance to solitude.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. With proper socialization and quality time with the dog can solve this problem.

Pitchow Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Pitchow biting potential? Learn about the Pitchow's bite risk factors.

Moderate

The Pitchow has an average chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is a Pitchow mouthy? Learn about the Pitchow's tendency to use mouth during play.
Pitchow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Pitchow dogs need to be taught a good attitude. We have compiled a list of Mouthy Dog Breeds.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Pitchow bite? Learn about the Pitchow's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pitchow bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Pitchow measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Pitchow is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Pitchow bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Pitchow bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Pitchow puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Pitchow, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Pitchow bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Pitchow can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Pitchow Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Pitchow live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Pitchow breed.
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Pitchow: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Pitchow handle different weather? Learn about the Pitchow's climate adaptability.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Pitchow? Discover typical conditions affecting the Pitchow breed.
The Pitchow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Pitchow need vet visits? Learn about the Pitchow's veterinary care requirements.
Average
The Pitchow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Pitchow breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Pitchow breed? Most common health risks of Pitchow:
Hip Dysplasia EctropionDemodectic MangeSkin Allergies

Pitchow Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is a Pitchow? Understand daily activity needs of the Pitchow breed.
Pitchow dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Pitchow need? How much exercise do Pitchow dogs require per day?

Do Pitchow dogs need a lot of exercises?

Pitchow dogs have an average exercise need. This breed is satisfied with short walks every weekday and a long ones on weekends.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Pitchow breed need?
Pitchow dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Pitchow Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Pitchow prone to weight gain? Learn about the Pitchow's obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pitchow's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Pitchow weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Pitchow need daily? Learn about the Pitchow's feeding requirements.
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Pitchow Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Pitchow hypoallergenic? Learn about the Pitchow's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Pitchow dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does a Pitchow come in? Discover all possible Pitchow color variations.
BlackGrayTan Red Blue Cream White BrownYellowCinnamon
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Pitchow need? Learn about Pitchow coat maintenance requirements.
Average: The Pitchow requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Pitchow, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.

Drooling Tendency
Does a Pitchow drool a lot? Learn about the Pitchow's drooling habits.
The Pitchow is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. If you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, the Pitchow could be a good choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool less than others, just like the Pitchow.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does a Pitchow smell bad? Learn about the Pitchow's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Pitchow has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Pitchow have? Learn about the Pitchow's fur characteristics.
FineRough
Bathing Needs
How often does a Pitchow need baths? Learn about the Pitchow's bathing requirements.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. According to a study, 56% of pet parents don’t bathe their dogs as frequently as they should, and 60% use the sniff test when deciding when it’s bath time.

Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

Shedding Level
How much do Pitchow dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Pitchow? Do Pitchow dogs shed a lot?
Pitchow dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Pitchow breed.

Pitchow Good With

Child Compatibility
Is a Pitchow good with children? Learn about the Pitchow's behavior around kids of different ages.
Pitchow dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does a Pitchow get along with other pets? Discover the Pitchow's compatibility with other animals.
Pitchow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Pitchow temperament with other people:
Pitchow dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
How well do Pitchow dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Pitchow breed live with a cat?
Pitchow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Pitchow good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Pitchow dogs get along with other dogs?
Pitchow dogs are not dog-friendly. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Pitchow is not the best choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Pitchow breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Pitchow breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Pitchow dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Pitchow dogs good office canines? Do Pitchow dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Pitchow is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Pitchow dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Pitchow temperament with senior people? Are Pitchow dogs good for elderly owners?
Pitchows are commonly okay with elderly people.

Pitchow As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Pitchow be a service dog? Learn about the Pitchow's service work potential.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Pitchow is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Pitchow good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Pitchow's therapy work aptitude.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Pitchow is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Pitchow good at detection work? Learn about the Pitchow's scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Pitchow breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Pitchow do search and rescue? Learn about the Pitchow's SAR capabilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Pitchow is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is a Pitchow good on boats? Learn about the Pitchow's maritime capabilities.

Not really

Pitchow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can a Pitchow pull carts? Learn about the Pitchow's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Pitchow is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was a Pitchow used in military service? Learn about the Pitchow's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pitchow Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Pitchow usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Pitchow pregnant? Learn about the Pitchow's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Pitchow: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can a Pitchow have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Pitchow Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Pitchow in? Learn about the Pitchow's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Pitchow in? Learn about the Pitchow's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Pitchow Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Drooling Tendency: The Pitchow is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Pitchow dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Scent Detection Ability: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Cons
  • Intelligence Rating: Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
  • Allergy Friendliness: Pitchow dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Shedding Level: Pitchow dogs shed above average.
  • Obesity Tendency: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pitchow's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Pitchow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
  • Cat Friendly: Pitchow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Pitchow dogs are not dog-friendly.
  • Office Friendly: Pitchow is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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