Chinook
An all-purpose working dog full of heart and mellow sweetness.
Height: 21 to 27 inches at shoulder
Weight: 55 to 70 pounds
Coat: tawny and thick
Life span: 12 to 15 years
Breed Group: Working Dogs
Created in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, the Chinook made his name on Admiral Byrd's first Antarctic expedition in 1928. These days he's a multipurpose dog who's happy hiking, competing in agility and other dog sports, pulling a sled or other conveyance, and playing with the kids.
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General Characteristics
Ease at being home alone
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Need for exercise
  
  
  
  
  
Tendency to bark or howl
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Potential for weight gain
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
Easy to groom
  
  
  
  
  
Energy level
  
  
  
  
  
General health
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners