Japanese Chin Breed Information

Japanese Chin Quick Stats:

Other Common Names:
Japanese Spaniel, Chin

Description:
This small spaniel has a long silky coat with a ruff covering the neck and chest. Japanese Chins are fine boned with an elegant high stepping gait. They have long feathered tails that are carried over the back.

Country of Origin:
Japanese Chins originated in Japan.

Height:
Japanese Chins range from 7 to 11 inches (18 to 28 cm).

Weight:
Japanese Chins can weigh up to 9 pounds (4kg).

Colors:
The Japanese Chin's fine silky coat comes in white with colored patches, most often black, but sometimes red, yellow, orange, sable or brindle.

Coat:
The Japanese Chin has a long silky coat which must be brushed twice a week. Japanese Chins are average shedders.

Temperament:
Japanese Chins have been known to make up their own tricks to entertain their owners. They are sweet and playful and love to be the center of attention. This breed is better suited for the elderly or households without children. Japanese Chins make excellent watchdogs.

Health Concerns:
Some Japanese Chins are prone to patellar luxation, roach back, premature loss of teeth, heart murmurs & congestive heart failure, juvenile cataracts, seizures and umbilical hernia.

Life Expectancy:
Japanese Chins can be expected to live 12 to 18 years.

Living Environment:
Japanese Chin's can do well in small living spaces with fairly little exercise; however they enjoy daily walks and free romps in safe enclosed spaces.

AKC Group:
Japanese Chins are in the Toy Group.

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