Chinese Crested Puppy And Dog Information
The Chinese Crested is a loving and affectionate little dog that needs to be kept indoors due to temperature sensitivity. She is fairly active indoors and just needs that occasional walk. She can tend to dig and climb but barks little. She needs special care with her teeth and hairless varieties need their skin moisturized. It can be very difficult to find puppies for sale.
*Good With Children? They love children and are generally very affectionate. They are a delicate breed so children need to be very careful not to injure them. As a reminder, never leave a young child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.
*Good With Other Pets? They generally do well with other pets, especially if socialized with them early on.
*Temperament: This is a very loving and affectionate dog.
*Approximate Adult Size. The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the Chinese Crested is approximately 9 to 13 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and around 5 to 12 pounds.
*Special Health Considerations. Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Chinese Crested is no exception. Be on the look out for skin allergies, patella luxation (congenital condition in which the kneecap dislocates), Legg-Perthes disease (hip joint disease, proabably genetic, affects hip joint and results in arthritis or inflamation and pain and lameness). The hairless variety appears to have more medical issues than the Powderpuffs (fully haired variety). The hairless will need sunscreen if exposed to much sun, plus they can have teeth problems and should not be given hard chew items like bones. Additionally, the hairless versions may have allergic reactions to wool and lanolin. This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets.
*Grooming. The Chinese Crested comes in two varieties, one with hair on just the head, tail and feet and the other completely covered in hair called the Powderpuff. The Powderpuff has a double soft and silky coat which can tangle easily. She needs to be groomed daily to help keep her from matting. The hairless needs bathing frequently and oils rubbed into her skin, but avoid lanolin or products containing lanolin. They do not shed much and may be a good choice for allergy sufferers.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease.
*Life Span. The Chinese Crested can live between 10 and 14 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
*History of Chinese Crested. They were developed in thirteenth century China through mixing the Chihuahua and Mexican Hairless Dog. They were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1991
Some Registries:
*American Chinese Crested Club
*UKC United Kennel Club
*NKC National Kennel Club
*CKC Continental Kennel Club
*APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
*AKC American Kennel Club
*FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale
*NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
*KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain
*ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club
*ACR = American Canine Registry
Litter Size: 2 to 4 Chinese Crested puppies
Category: Toy
Terms To Describe: Loving, playful, entertaining, friendly, fine boned, graceful, elegant, loving, gay, alert
*SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
Odorless when hairless.
Loving companion dog.
They do not bark much.
This is a very clean dog.
*SPECIAL BAD POINTS
They like to climb.
They are diggers.
Can be injured due to the lack of protective hair.
They can have bad breath.
High and low temperature sensitivity.
*Other Names Known By: Chinese Powder Puff
*Every dog is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your dog. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
Mitch Endick
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February 28th, 2009 at 12:01 pm
information about chinese crested puppy skin and the hair do?
hi does any one know about how to properly look after thier skin and how do they get the groovy punk rocker hair?
February 28th, 2009 at 5:03 pm
chinese crested club of america website will know
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February 28th, 2009 at 5:05 pm
I remember reading that you should put sunscreen on them when they go out, because they could get sunburn! They are such cute dogs!! You made a great choice in a new friend! As for the punk rocker hair-do..not so sure about that..
but here is some info and styling tips for them: http://ezinearticles.com/?Grooming-the-Chinese-Crested&id=394942
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February 28th, 2009 at 5:07 pm
I'll star this question for you. Wpptwoman, owns and shows one. She would know the answer. I haven't a clue. Good Luck!
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February 28th, 2009 at 5:09 pm
Chinese Cresteds vary from all hairy,Powderpuffs, to almost no hair but most "hairless" and considered hairy hairless and are clipped to get the right look for the show ring. They are prone to acne and sunburn.
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http://www.crestars.com/grooming_hairy_hairless.htm, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_Crested_Dog#Grooming
February 28th, 2009 at 5:11 pm
I have a chi-chi right now and in the past have had some others. I use baby oil on them. As far as the head hair, if you keep it about two inches long or less, it will easily stand up for you. The most important thing is to keep clothes on the dog when in the cold or sun. And remember that things rub their skin, so use a piece of cloth under their halter.
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February 28th, 2009 at 5:13 pm
HI, I have 2 Chinese Cresteds, and I can tell you about them
Cresteds come in 2 varieties, the hairless and the puff.. the puff has a complete double coat of long hair like a "normal" dog. The best way I can describe a puffs coat is the same thickness as a poodles, but straight, instead of curly.
The hairless varies in amount of body hair, they can vary from having a sparse mohawk to being almost completely covered in a fine, single layer of hair. The "true" hairless has little to no body hair, and requires little or no shaving. A moderate hairless may have a strip of hair going down the back, and on the legs, which requires shaving if you want the hairless look. A hairy hairless has more body hair.
Most of the cresteds you see in the show rings are moderate to hairy and are shaved down.. the true hairless do not have the flashy furnishings you see in the show ring.
Skin care, varies from each individual.. just like people. Care is needed to prevent sunburn, dry skin, acne, blackheads, and infections/irritations. They are also prone to contact allergies. If you shave, you also need to take care to prevent razor burn also!
Some need daily care with special shampoos and lotions, and some need very minimal care with only the occasional bath. Dogs from better lines tend to have better skin. It can be a little trial and error to figure out what bath routine works best for each dog. Puppies also tend to go thru a teenage acne stage also when they get around 4-6 months.. it can last all thru "puberty".
Just so you know, the hairless are also prone to dental issues.. it just comes with the hairless gene. Loss of teeth is acceptable in the show ring for the hairless.
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