Fu quan (福犬), also known as xiong quan (熊犬), long quan (龍犬), tian quan (天犬), Chinese foo dog, Chinese foo and Chinese temple forest dog, is a rare working dog breed that originated in China. Due to the fu quan's rarity, they are on the list of endangered and protected species of China.[1]
Background
The fu quan has been present in China for at least 3,000 years ago. There are multiple origins theorized, including that the fu quan was originally a mix of Northern Europe's wolves and Chow Chows and another being a mixture of Chinese wolves and Chow Chows. Fu quan are versatile working dogs. The Chinese use fu quan as a shepherd dog, hunting dog, guard dog and sled dog. Today, the fu quan can also be used as a companion dog.[2]
In addition to being used as working dogs, Fu Quan are also the mascots of Chinese temples and are considered by the Chinese to bring good luck.[3] Because Fu Quan were believed to bring good fortune, they were used as national symbols during the Tang dynasty.[4]
Appearance
The fu quan is spitz tugou with a compact, square-shaped body, broad head, pricked ears, deep chest, muscular loin, and a tail that is carried over their back.[citation needed] This dog has a thick, rough coat that comes in a variety of colors, such as silver, blue, black, brown, or red.[citation needed]
References
- ^ 大橘为重的胖橘 (2020-03-15). "这3种狗如今已濒临灭绝，有一种狗在中国，被国家列为保护动物！" [These three types of dogs are now on the verge of extinction. There is one type of dog in China that is listed as a protected animal by the country!] (in Chinese). 搜狐.
- ^ 寵之趣 (May 4, 2017). "能带来好运的福神——中国福犬！" [The god of good fortune - the Chinese lucky dog!] (in Chinese). 新浪網.
- ^ 张力强; 河南省犬业协会 (2005). "中国犬业发展浅析" [A brief analysis of the development of China's dog industry]. 中国工作犬业 [China Working Dog Industry].
- ^ 大话百科天地 (March 18, 2020). "中国福犬，能够给你带来好运的福神，比大熊猫还要稀少" [Chinese lucky dog, the god of luck who can bring you good luck, is even rarer than the giant panda] (in Chinese). 搜狐.