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Chinese Crested Dog
Small Breed
The Chinese Crested Dog is a loving dog that loves to do nothing more than spend time with its owner and provide affection whenever it is needed.
Breed standards
Country of origin
China
Weight
Up to 6kg / 12lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 28-33cm / 11-13in;
Females 23-30cm / 9-12in (standards may vary)
Coat
No hair on body, apart from head, feet and tail; skin is smooth and warm to touch. The Powder Puff variety has a soft undercoat of long hair.
Markings
Any combination of colours.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
Smiling, happy and huggable, the Chinese Crested Dog is great with children and can be taught to do tricks. Its craving for companionship ensures that you will have a loyal companion for life.
Temperament
A loving dog that craves affection and will give back all the affection it gets, and more. Desiring cuddles, this naturally smiling breed is a fan of everyone, child or adult, canine or not. Due to their intense loyalty, they have trouble adjusting to new owners and have a tendency to be timid if not exposed to loud noises from a young age.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
This loving breed can make friends where ever it goes, even though it may need time to accept strangers. They are tremendously loyal and affectionate towards their owners.
- Makes an excellent companion
- Hardly any grooming is needed and very little shedding occurs
- Requires daily walks, though less exercise than many other breeds
- Well-suited to apartment living
- Good for novice owners
- Does not require trimming or stripping
- Prefers warmer climates
- Quite active indoors
- The Hairless variety requires a daily special skin care - regular moisturising and baths; lack of coat can easily lead to injury and sunburn
- Susceptible to tooth decay