Laizhou Hong
Also called Red dog of Laizhou, Chinese Red Dog, Zhuqiao Hong, Sulian Hong, Shandong Hong
From China, from Zhuqiao Town in Laizhou City, Shandong Province, where it took shape in the 19th century.1
At a glance the quick version
Source gives one range of 30-60 kg for the breed, not split by sex.
Coat and looks how to spot one
short, smooth coat
A big, athletic dog with a short, close-lying coat, usually in warm red tones that give the breed its name.1
Personality what they are like
A composed, devoted dog that settles into new surroundings with ease. Its calm nature and watchfulness have made it valued both as a family companion and as a guardian.1
Daily activity how busy a day looks
A large working and guarding breed that is used to having a job; it does best with regular daily activity and something to do.1
Grooming and care the hands-on bits
The short coat needs only simple, occasional brushing.1
Company who they like around
Bonds closely with its owners and is kept as a companion as well as a working guard dog.1
The story where it all began
Local dog lovers in Zhuqiao, Shandong, created the breed by mixing native Chinese dogs such as the Xigou and Langqing Quan with imported breeds including the Great Dane, German Shepherd and Rottweiler. It is now spread throughout China but remains uncommon abroad.1
Fun facts for the dinner table
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Its name simply means 'Laizhou red', after its home city and its typical coat colour.1
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The breed goes by many local names, including Zhuqiao Hong after its home town and Huxing Quan, the 'tiger-shaped dog'.1
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Laizhou Hongs were shown at the 2019 World Dog Show in Shanghai.1
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Some Laizhou Hongs carry a black saddle over a red or dark brown body.1
Recognised by the official bits
- China Kennel Union
- Recognised by the China Kennel Union, which places it in the equivalent of FCI Group 2. Not recognised by the FCI itself.1
The care rhythm Furry Diary remembers it for you
A typical home-care rhythm for a Laizhou Hong. It is our own starting plan, not a vet's advice, and you can change every line in the app.
- Brushingevery week
- Bathevery 8 weeks
- Nail trimSooner if you hear clicking on the floorevery month
- Ear checkFloppy ears trap moisture, so check and dry themevery week
- Teeth brushingDaily brushing is idealevery 2 days
- ExerciseDaily walks and playevery day
- Flea, tick and worm protectionSchedule as your vet recommendsas your vet recommends
- Vet check-upSenior years usually start around age 7every year
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- Laizhou Hong - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.orgused for names, origin, history, size, coat, colours, temperament, recognition
Checked 2026-09-30. Text is written in our own words from these sources.