Getting a dog can be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make for your mental health. These furry little fellows are extremely loyal and can make even better companions than humans. If you want to buy a puppy that is a certified purebred like a Samoyed, German Shephard, and Chow Chow, be prepared to spend some serious cash because these expensive dog breeds can cost a pretty penny.
From adorable lapdogs to the most ferocious guardians, we’ll be giving you a complete overview of each breed, their temperament, characteristics, and who they’re best suited for.
Samoyed – Permanently Smiling And Affectionate
The Samoyed is a large herding dog from the Spitz group that sells for $2,500 per puppy on average. Its name comes from the Samoyedic people of Siberia, who use them to help with herding and sled pulling. Their faces carry a permanent expression that resembles a smile, a feature that makes them highly sought after
Samoyeds have a two-layer coat that needs brushing two to three times a week, while owners will have to put up with molting and stray hairs on a regular basis. As an extremely active breed with above-average intelligence, the Samoyed needs both exercise and mental stimulation.
Löwchen – Expressive And Boisterous
The Löwchen is a toy dog breed that was bred as a companion dog. Their name translates from German to “little lion,” which is an indication of their lion-like fur around their faces. Lively Löwchens have very expressive faces and love soaking up attention. They’re fantastic watchdogs, although a little stubborn. Fortunately, they learn quickly.
Löwchens are a breed that acts as if they’re a much larger dog, fetching around $3000 each. It’s recommended that owners allow their Löwchen puppies to socialize frequently from a young age. The long, dense hair of this breed requires professional grooming, teeth brushing, and nail clipping.
Chow Chow – Distinctive Blue Tongues And Protective Nature
The Chow Chow is a basal breed originating in the 11th century BC. They’re one of the first breeds, well before any of the modern-day Spitz dogs that we know. It’s believed Chow Chows were explicitly crossed to resemble lions. In Northern China, they were bred to pull sleds and to be eaten. Today, they average $1,200 a puppy.
There are five different Chow colors, namely black, blue, fawn, cream, and red. All have blue tongues that come close to black in color. Chow chows have difficulties socializing. Males typically need to be the only dog in the home or must socialize regularly from young. Females generally do well in groups.
