An all-purpose working dog full of heart and mellow sweetness.
Vital Stats
Height: 21 to 27 inches at shoulder
Weight: 55 to 70 pounds
Coat: tawny and thick
Life span: 12 to 15 years
Summary
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. Full Chinook profile on DogTime.com
| Affectionate with family: |  (4.0 / 5) |
| Apartment appropriate: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Dog friendly: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Friendly toward strangers: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Sensitivity: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Vigor: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Good for new owners: |  (3.0 / 5) |
| Ease at being home alone: | (3.0 / 5) |
| Easy to groom: | (3.0 / 5) |
| Energy Level: |  (2.0 / 5) |
| Predatory tendencies: | (2.0 / 5) |
| Wanderlust: |  (1.0 / 5) |
| Average: |  (3.2 / 5) |
