Mary Allen
The origin of the Chinese crested dog is obscure. There are various legends, which one is true has not been fully clarified to this day. Find out everything about the behavior, character, activity and exercise needs, training, and care of the Chinese crested dog breed in the profile.
One of them states that these dogs originated in China (this is usually adhered to in the official descriptions of the breed) and were brought by seafarers first to South Asia and later also to Europe. Another version suggests the origin of the dog in Turkey, the next sees evidence of African descent. What is certain is that dogs have been present in all these countries for centuries and the first written references date back to the 15th century and Chinese books.
General Appearance
The Chinese Crested Dog is a small, lively, and graceful dog with light to the medium bone. A distinction is now made between two types: a very graceful type and a comparatively stocky type. The body is either almost hairless and only has fur on the paws, head, and tail, or it is completely covered with a soft, almost silky veil of hair. According to the breed standard, this coat should belong.
Behavior and character
Do you want to get a Chinese Crested Dog? We can really only congratulate you on this choice: You are getting a wonderful dog without quirks, but with a lot of character and even more heart. And unfortunately also without hair (at least in the hairless version). It doesn’t bother her, but her fellow human beings will first laugh and only then ask about the nature of the dog. Give these people a chance to meet their four-legged friends and they will definitely love them. This dog is known to be smart, playful, alert, and alert. He has the reputation of reacting particularly sensitively to the emotional state of his human.
Need for employment and physical activity
Regular playing and romping are important to them, otherwise, the Chinese Crested Dogs adapt to the habits of their owners: they will enjoy the walk and at least as much like lounging around with people on the couch.
Upbringing
Emotional and intelligent, this dog quickly understands what is asked of them and is easy to train. Since he has no ambitions to pose as the boss, he does not tend to dominate, even if his upbringing is wrong. He is also not resentful but has an unshakable trust in his owner. A perfect dog that even beginners will get along with right away.
Maintenance
Dogs need to be shaved regularly to get rid of uncomfortable stubble on their backs, stomachs, and faces. The light-skinned types must also be sunscreen when exposed to strong sunlight and also protected against other weather influences.
Disease Susceptibility / Common Diseases
Problems with tooth growth can occasionally occur. Skin problems and difficulties with pregnancy also occur. If the specimen is too small, it can also lead to an open skullcap.
Did you know?
An unofficial meeting of Chinese Crested Dogs takes place every year in the not-so-serious World’s Ugliest Dog competition. The breed is not only represented particularly frequently among the participants but also on the winner’s podium. The offbeat humor has never harmed the four-legged friends, on the contrary: Most of the winners have a huge fan base and great celebrities.