July 2010:
* We say a big thank you & a very sad farewell to the one dog which was responsible for turning our entire breeding program and approach right around, the minute he stepped out of his travelbox. Ultrasound Slick, together with Whoopie, form the foundation for all KUSA smooth chow chows in Southern Africa today. Thank you to the extended Lange family for the perfect home & love you shared with Slick. Thank you Jessica, for allowing us this rare privilege, Slick was in every aspect - SuperChow...

* August edition of Animal Talk Magazine features the chow chow with the smooth chow chow represented - get your copy at your local dealer.

* Our thoughts are with Christina as 2010 proves to be a most challenging year for her - with the loss of both her faithful companions, Poika & Tippa.

June 2010:
* Pieter & Marie cordially invite you along, to experience everything along with them as they experience Lola's "Autumn Litter". The journey will be a fascinating experience, packed with hours of planning, some frustration, lots of excitement, (im)patient anticipation, joyful laughter and also a few frustrated tears. Read our weekly updates...

* Ciao Chows congratulates Elizma & wish her and Henry a long & super life together! Nina has returned to her first love - Elizma, and joins best friends Elvis & Dante as an integral part of the young family.

* Parlan does it again in Sweden! Parlan gains her qualifying CC under specialist judge Yvette Ferguson (USA) and is Best of Opposite Sex in Speciality Show!!! Well done to Gurkans Chow Chows!

May 2010:
* We have the rare privilege of enjoying the critiques of a specialist judge on Breed level. On Friday, Joel is awarded BOB with a Group Placing and Ebony is awarded RBOB - by exacting specialist judge Mr E Sangkunakup (United Chows - Thailand) - thank you very much Mr Sangkunakup for your positive comments on all our boys as well as taking the time from your busy schedule to share straightforward advice for both breeding and showing. Gus sends a tailwag...

* At only his 8th show of his life, on Saturday Joel achieved his championship in style under world reknown judge, Mr Tamas Jakkel (Hungary) - who really was charmed by our boy! Thank you for your positive comments on his quality. Once again he was BOB with a Group placing and continued on to win SABred Best in Show!

* Spanky is Reserve Best Veteran in Show & a new Ciao Chows' Champion, gaining all his CC's within 3 months at 9 years of age! Spanky's daughter Dorka, is awarded her first CC & multi RCC & Bests Puppy! Congratulations to Trishca Chow Chows!

April 2010:
* Our thoughts & prayers are with Cheryl (of the world famous Foxfire Siberian Huskies) and Adrian Battey (Tablebay Newfoundlands) as Adrian recovers from serious heart surgery.

* At 9.5 years of age, timeless & seemingly ageless Ebony briefly went into the show ring (rather out of coat at that...) & was awarded RBOB and Veteran Group 3!
The show ring is set aside for a time now as we focus on important matters.

Our Ciao Chows & our grand-chowdren living with others also enjoyed a few shows:
* Right in the middle of her teenage months, smooth girl Joni attends her first shows at 7mths, gaining several RCC's & Bests Puppy. Peppar also congratulations ChinaCharm with his grandchildrens' CC's - Chang & Queen, well done from all of us at Ciao Chows!

* At the second show of his life, 9 year old Spanky is Best Veteran in Show & one of our grand chowdren, Spanky's daughter Dorka, wins Puppy Group 2nd at her first show! (Vereeniging & Districts KC Open Show) - At his third show, Spanky is awarded CC & RBOB and teenage girl Dorka goes RCC & Best Puppy! Congratulations to Trishca Chow Chows!

March 2010:
* Our thoughts & tears are with Pieter & Marie, after Vincent lost his battle with serious illness.

* At 1 year old, fawn smooth Dolce is slowly maturing into a very handsome young man. Thanks Des & Claudia for the great photos!

February 2010:
* Congratulations to Gurkans Chow Chows - Pärlan is the Top Smooth Chow Chow in Sweden 2009!

January 2010:
* We are happy to introduce our 'grandchildren' - Shonga's and Spanky's daughters - (Lizzy 10mths/Dorka 6mths) - showing much promise at Trishca Chow Chows . Visit them at their virtual home...

Netchows Calendar and The Twins (Joel & Nurya) take you on The 2010 African Safari. Come along with us during 2010, on Safari...!!

Understanding the Chow Chows' unique pendulum/stilted gait ("swinging from the hip") requires understanding of correct overall chow chow structure. Indepth information for the serious enthusiast - "Understanding Stilted (pendulum) gait - a different angle" - Read the respected article...

The collectors item book "The World of Chows 07/08" is well represented by South African chowists!
Read more about the book and order directly from BBPress