Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Selfish
Fearless

United States

United States

Chinese Crested, Japanese Chin

Scottish Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

Unknown

2000's

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Sable
Blue

Black
White
Brindle
Pied

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 Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier can have a litter of 3-6 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.

While the Chin Crested breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Sunburn
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Scotty Cramp
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hemophilia
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Myasthenia Gravis
Atopy

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA for VWD

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

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers 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.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers 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 Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier, 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 Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier 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
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chin Crested feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 16-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

The Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chin Cresteds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers 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.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Chin Cresteds are highly friendly around strangers.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers 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.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.