(left) A Chuandong Hound vs. Chongqing Dog (right)
The Chinese Chongqing Dog is an old, unique breed, thought to have been in existence since the Han Dynasty in China. The origin of this breed is Chongqing, located in the southwestern region of China.
There are two East Sichuan breeds: the Chongqing Dog which is a molosser dog and the Chuandong Hound, which is a scenthound..
(left) A Chuandong Hound vs. Chongqing Dog (right)
They both have the same ancestors and both are commonly called Chongqing dogs in China.
(left) A Chongqing Dog vs. Chuandong Hound (right)
The Chongqing Dog looks more bully. It has a shorter muzzle, rounder head and a flat, wide skull shape.
Whereas the Chuandong Hound has a longer muzzle. It is a scent hound, used in the mountains for hunting.
(left) A Chongqing Dog vs. Chuandong Hound (right)
Both the Chongqing Dog and the Chuandong Hound are in the process of FCI recognition. The Chuandong Hound is seeking FCI classification group 6. The Chongqing Dog is seeking FCI classification group 2.
Few people know about these Chinese breeds. They are both rare outside of China.
The Chinese Chongqing dog is an ancient breed. It has been in existence since the Han Dynasty, but few people know the breed. This sculpture disentomb came from a tomb from the Han Dynasty. It was made about 1,700 years ago, and it was discovered in Chongqing in 1987. Photo courtesy of The Chinese Chongqing Dog Club (of China)
