Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Clever

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

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

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Chinese Crested, Japanese Chin

Beagle and Miniature Pinscher

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Black
Sable
Blue

White
Brown
Black
Red

Chin Cresteds have medium-length coats.

Meagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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.

A Meagle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Sunburn
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

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

Meagles 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.

Meagles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Meagle, it's at least 10 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 Meagles usually need at least 30 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 Meagle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Meagle 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
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Meagle is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 a Meagle 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Chin Cresteds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Meagles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Meagles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chin Cresteds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Meagles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chin Cresteds are highly friendly around strangers.

Meagles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Meagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.