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Name	Chinese Crested	Chinese Imperial Dog	Chinook
Origins	China	China	United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Crested Puff Chinese Crested	Lion Dog Micro Shih Tzu Miniature Shih Tzu Princess-type Shih Tzu Tiny Teacup Shih Tzu Tiny Toy Shih Tzu Imperial Shih Tzu	Shinook
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Which is the smallest dog, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinese Imperial Dog? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook weight comparison:	7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Males: 4-7 pounds (1.8-3.1 kg), Females: 4-7 pounds (1.8-3.1 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (32 kg), Female: 55 pounds (25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	8 pounds (4 kg)	Males: 5.5 pounds (2.5 kg), Females: 5.5 pounds (2.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (32 kg), Female: 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook height comparison:	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	Male: Under 9 inches (23 cm), Female: Under 9 inches (23 cm)	Male: 23-27 inches (58-69 cm), Female: 21-25 inches (53-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: Under 9 inches (23 cm), Female: Under 9 inches (23 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$3000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Very frequent: The Chinese Crested is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Chinook is easier than average to get.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Chinese Imperial Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook trainability comparison.	Chinese Crested dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Chinook dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Chinese Crested dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chinook dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chinese Crested dogs are average defenders. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chinook dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Happy Alert Affectionate Lively Tempered Sweet	Happy Friendly Outgoing Affectionate Trusting	Dignified Alert Friendly Responsive Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Chinese Crested dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Chinook dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook?	Average to High: Chinese Crested dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Chinook dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook social needs comparison:	Chinese Crested dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chinook dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chinese Crested dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Chinook dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Chinese Crested dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Chinook dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook playfulness comparison:	Average: Chinese Cresteds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Chinese Imperial Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Chinook is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook?	Low to Average: The Chinese Crested rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Chinese Imperial Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Chinook barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Crested breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Imperial Dog breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Chinook indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Chinese Crested dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chinook dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Chinese Crested dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chinook dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chinese Crested bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chinese Imperial Dog bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chinook bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Chinese Crested has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chinese Imperial Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chinook has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook mouthiness comparison:	Chinese Crested dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chinook dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook?	The Chinese Crested is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chinese Imperial Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Chinook is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook health problems comparison:	Epilepsy Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation Loose Teeth	Hip Dysplasia Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Slipped Stifle Allergies Eye Problems Umbilical Hernias Heart Problems Ear Infections Cherry Eye Snoring Obesity Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia Early Tooth Loss Pinched Nostrils Respiratory Problems Spinal Disorders	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Skin Irritation Seizures
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Chinese Crested should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chinese Imperial Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Chinook should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook lifespan comparison. How long do Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog and Chinook breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Chinese Crested: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Chinese Imperial Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Chinook: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Chinook can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook energy level comparison:	Chinese Crested dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chinook dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chinese Crested dogs exercise need is minimal.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Chinook dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Chinese Crested dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chinook dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Chinese Crested has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chinese Imperial Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chinook has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook coat comparison:	Silky Thick Double Hairless	Dense Double	Dense Soft Thick
Colors What are the original Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog and Chinook color?	Black Blue Cream White Chocolate Palomino Apricot Slate	Any color	Gray Red Silver Fawn Gold Palomino
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook grooming comparison:	Average: The Chinese Crested requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Chinese Imperial Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Chinook requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or {name3 shedding:	Chinese Crested dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are low shedders. See more.	Chinook dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	1-2 weeks Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook?	Medium ⏺ The Chinese Crested has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chinese Imperial Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chinook has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chinese Crested is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chinese Imperial Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Chinook is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chinese Crested dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chinook dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Which dog is more friendly?	Chinese Crested dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chinook dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Chinese Crested dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chinook dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Chinese Crested dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chinook dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook?	Chinese Crested dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chinook dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook?	Yes Chinese Crested dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chinese Imperial Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chinook dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Chinese Crested is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chinese Imperial Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chinook is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Chinese Cresteds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chinese Imperial Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chinooks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Chinese Crested or Chinese Imperial Dog or Chinook? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook?	Not really Chinese Crested breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chinese Imperial Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chinook breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Chinese Crested and Chinese Imperial Dog and Chinook have?	2-5 puppies	1-4 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association

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