Other names: Chinese Hairless Dog, Chinese Crested Dog, Powder-Puff
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Hypoallergenic breed
 Hair type |
Short |
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 Origin |
China |
 Template |
Small |
 Head shape |
Long |
 Weight and size |
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| Sex | Weight | Cut |
|---|---|---|
| Female | From 3 kg to 4 kg | From 28 cm to 33 cm |
| Male | From 3 kg to 4 kg | From 28 cm to 33 cm |
History of the breed
Originally from China, as its name suggests, the Chinese Crested Dog is said to be the descendant of very ancient breeds, dating from the Han dynasty, which nevertheless represents a period of 4 centuries (from 206 BC. J.-C. . to AD 220). Some of these dogs were used to protect the precious possessions of their owners , while others were specialized in hunting pests, especially on boats.
Chinese Crested Dog was first exhibited in the United States at the end of the 19th century after settling in Mexico ((it is said to be the ancestor of the Mexican dog by the way). Subsequently, it has had some success thereafter, before falling somewhat into disuse around the second half of the 20th century.The breed was definitively recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale on July 17, 1972.
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Physical features
Its hair: practically non-existent in the naked variety (except on the head, the lower legs and the tail), present in the downy variety (Powder-Puff), but always without large hairy areas. The crest is a characteristic sign of the breed: it can be modest or long and floating.
Its color: all mixtures, tones and shades are accepted.
Its head: well proportioned, smooth, displaying a graceful and alert aspect. The skull is slightly rounded, the stop is moderately marked.
His ears: large, erect and set low.
His eyes: almond-shaped, medium in size, dark to black in color, with very little or no visible white.
His body: rather long, characterized by a certain flexibility. The back is straight, the kidney strong, the rump rounded and strong, the chest wide and deep, the belly slightly raised.
Its tail: long, thin, straight, set high, drooping at rest, carried high in action. With fringes, except on its upper third.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
|---|---|
| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
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| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
The Chinese Crested Dog is an active, gentle dog , full of joie de vivre and never aggressive. He is certainly not really good at babysitting, but he is an excellent companion, especially for children. Affectionate and more or less docile, the Chinese Crested Dog is extremely attached to his master.
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Education
| Clever | |
|---|---|
| Obedient |
The education of the Chinese Crested Dog should be both firm and gentle . Educated and socialized sufficiently early, it becomes a very good companion dog for any type of owner. He can quickly become a disruptive element if he does not receive a good education.
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
|---|---|
| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
The Chinese Crested Dog is the pleasure and indoor dog par excellence. Due to his endearing character , his small size and his vulnerability to external aggressions, he must live inside the home and adapt perfectly to living in an apartment. But being able to enjoy the freedom of a fenced garden suits him just as well.
Health
| Solid | |
|---|---|
| Ease of gaining weight |
Due to its very fine coat, even nonexistent, the Chinese Crested Dog does not tolerate cold and humidity , but also solar attacks. He nevertheless enjoys a fairly good life expectancy. Note that the breed is predisposed to certain diseases mainly of a dermatological nature : allergic or atopic dermatitis, solar dermatitis and sunburn.
Hypoallergenic breed
Yes
Litter size
Between 2 and 4 puppies
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Life expectancy
Minimum: 13 years old
Maximum: 15 years
The life expectancy of a Chinese Crested Dog is, on average, between 13 years and 15 years.
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Maintenance and hygiene
| Ease of maintenance | |
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| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
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| Ease of grooming |
The Chinese Crested Dog is easy to care for , but this work must be done on a regular and careful basis, because the dog is particularly vulnerable to external aggressions.
It is recommended to clean and moisturize the dog’s skin regularly, especially in summer. In hairy subjects, it is advisable to carry out occasional waxing and scrubs. For their part, Chinese Crested Dogs of the Power-Puff variety are to be brushed daily and their neckline is shaved in V.
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of a Chinese Crested Dog is between 700 € and 1200 €.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of a Chinese Crested Dog is between NC and NC.
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Physical activity
| Athletic | |
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| Energy level | |
| Potential to play |
He has moderate needs in terms of sports activity. A good and long daily walk is enough for him, but it should never be deprived of it. He especially seeks proximity to his master, especially through play.
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Calm |
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FCI Information
FCI No.
288
FCI Group
Group 9: Companion and Toy Dogs
Recognized by FCI
Since 1972
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