Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Chin Cresteds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Italian Papihounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

United States

Chinese Crested, Japanese Chin

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Sable
Blue

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

A Chin Crested 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.

An Italian Papihound can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Chin Cresteds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Italian Papihounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Sunburn
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

None Known

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

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

Italian Papihound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chin Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Italian Papihounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chin Cresteds are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chin Crested dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Italian Papihounds 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 Chin Crested, it's at least 4 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 Italian Papihound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chin Cresteds usually need at least 15 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 Italian Papihounds usually need at least 45 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 Chin Crested requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Italian Papihound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Italian Papihound 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

Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of an Italian Papihound is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chin Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 an Italian Papihound 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.

Chin Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Chin Cresteds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Italian Papihounds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chin Cresteds are highly friendly around strangers.

Italian Papihounds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chin Cresteds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Italian Papihounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.