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Name	Chinese Crested	Chinese Imperial Dog	Chinook
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook breeds.	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 Classification How do breed classifications differ between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Classification Compare size differences between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook? Compare adult weight ranges.	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 Range Compare puppy costs for Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Find price differences between these breeds.	$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

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed ranks highest?	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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is easiest to train?	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.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed is most alert?	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.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed is most protective?	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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook? Compare temperaments.	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

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed is most vocal?	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
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed is most playful?	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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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed is most flexible?	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.
Alone Time Tolerance 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 Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has lowest bite risk?	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.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which uses mouth most during play?	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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has the strongest bite?	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

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

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed lives longest?	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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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which handles climate changes best?	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has fewer health issues?	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.
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Vet Care Frequency 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.
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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

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

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which breed is most active?	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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is most prone to obesity?	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.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which needs most food?	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

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

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. What colors are available?	Black Blue Cream White Chocolate Palomino Apricot Slate	Any color	Gray Red Silver Fawn Gold Palomino
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which requires most maintenance?	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
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which drools 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has least natural smell?	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.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky Thick Double Hairless	Dense Double	Dense Soft Thick
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
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

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is best with kids?	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
Pet Compatibility 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
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 Capability Compare service dog potential between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is best suited for water work?	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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has most military use?	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

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has most puppies?	2-5 puppies	1-4 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. What's recommended?	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.

Chinese Crested vs Chinese Imperial Dog vs Chinook Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. How are they classified?	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 Classification Compare FCI groups for Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Chinese Crested, Chinese Imperial Dog, and Chinook. Which has most recognition?	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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