Crested Chin Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Crested Chin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Crested Chin dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Japanese Chin, Chinese Crested

Unknown

Brown

Black

Black
Cream
Red
Fawn
Silver
White
Blue
Sable

The coat of a Crested Chin dog is generally known for its length.

Straight

A Crested Chin can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Crested Chin dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Crested Chin is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Eyes
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Eyes

Physical Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Orthopedic Exam

Crested Chin have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Crested Chin breed is known for their relaxed and calm nature and tendency to sleep for long periods of time.

Crested Chins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Chin, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Crested Chins usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Crested Chin is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Crested Chin should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Crested Chin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Crested Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Crested Chin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Crested Chins are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Crested Chins are average friendly dogs towards children.

Crested Chins are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Crested Chins are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Crested Chins are very friendly around strangers.

Crested Chins have an average level of playfulness. The Crested Chins, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Crested Chin dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.