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15+ Historical Facts About Japanese Chins You Might Not Know

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#10 It is known that the most appreciated were very miniature pets, which could easily fit on small sofa cushions, in the sleeves of the kimonos of noble ladies, even they were placed in suspended cages, like birds.

#11 In the 17th century, the daimyo families, the samurai elite, chose the Chin as their talisman.

#12 Commoners had to keep Japanese Chins, and their theft was equated with a crime against the state and punishable by death.

Mary Allen

Written by Mary Allen

Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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