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Japanese Chin

J A P A N E S E  C H I N ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Japanese Chin
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
037
Personality Snapshot
Amiable and lively companion. Loving and devoted. Mild mannered. Elegant and charming, yet playful.


Breed NameJapanese Chin
Rank (out of 136 breeds)037
Points (out of 100)68
Dog Group TypeToy
DominanceVery Low
Obedience (Ease of Training)Fair
AffectionVery High
Good with Kids (Source 1)Recommended for Older Children
Good With Kids (Source 2)Recommended for Older Children
Friendly with Other DogsGreat
Friendly with Family PetsGreat
Friendly with StrangersAwesome
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingExcellent
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)5 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityAwesome
Guard Dog AbilityTerrible
SizeVery Small
Exercise RequirementsVery Low
Jog Companion AbilityGood
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingNone
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life SpanUnder 10 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Japanese Chin into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for Under 10 years of age as Japanese Chin pups can live between Under 10 years of age.

My Life as a Japanese Chin
Amiable and lively companion. Loving and devoted. Mild mannered. Elegant and charming, yet playful.

Home Environment
Good for apartment living. Does all right without a yard.

Japanese Chin Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Japanese Chin

Japanese Chin Wiki

Where to buy a Japanese Chin : A Directory and Review
We are happy to provide a Breeder Directory and Pet Store Directory that offers breeders and pet stores an opportunity to promote their care and available dogs. We are equally pleased that we offer customers of these breeders / pet stores a way to vote, recommend, and rank each listing. To our knowledge, this is the first site to offer do this. So, begin your search for a Japanese Chin as a new member to your family the smart way.

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