Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Alert
Dignified
Intelligent
Determined
Friendly
Loyal

Crested Chins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Maremma Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Japanese Chin, Chinese Crested

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Red
Fawn
Silver
White
Blue
Sable

White

Crested Chins are known for their coat length.

Maremma Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Maremma Sheepdog can have a litter of 11-13 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.

Crested Chins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Maremma Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Eyes
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Eyes

Bloat

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Crested Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Maremma Sheepdog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Maremma Sheepdogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Maremma Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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.

In general most Maremma Sheepdogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Ideally, Maremma Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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.

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Maremma Sheepdog feed 4.5 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 cost of a Maremma Sheepdog is somewhere $3.50 - $4.90 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.

The average per month expenses of a Maremma Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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.

Crested Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Maremma Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Crested Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Maremma Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Crested Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Maremma Sheepdogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Crested Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Maremma Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Crested Chins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Maremma Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.