My sister's dog is a chow mix and the term 'gentle giant' applies well to him. He's very protective of her children, and has a wild sense of humor. (I guess that's a wierd thing to say about a dog, but when he's playing you'd swear he has a twinkle in his eye.) He and my Maine Coon baby, Livvy, at one time lived together and he really enjoyed teasing her. It was cute to watch them play.

One of my neighbors has a purebreed (sp?) chow that I love to watch -- he's a beauty. He's very protective of his people, not too fond of being approached (sigh). I'd like to fondle him, but need to make progress slower with him.

Yes, do post photos of your beauties.