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Chinese Crestese Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Chinese Crestese so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Chinese Crested and Maltese mix

Chinese Crestese Size and Weight

Size
Is a Chinese Crestese small, medium or large dog?

How big do Chinese Crestese get?

What is the average size of a Chinese Crestese?

Small
Weight
How much does the Chinese Crestese weigh? How much should a Chinese Crestese weight? What is the normal weight of a Chinese Crestese? How much does a full-grown Chinese Crestese weight?
7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Chinese Crestese?
8 pounds (4 kg)
Height
How tall is the Chinese Crestese? Chinese Crestese height:
10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Chinese Crestese?
11.5 inches (29 cm)

Chinese Crestese Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Chinese Crestese puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Chinese Crestese in the United States? How much money is a Chinese Crestese?

Where to buy a Chinese Crestese with a good pedigree?

$800-$1000
If you choose to purchase the Chinese Crestese, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Chinese Crestese for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Chinese Crestese gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Chinese Crestese? How many Chinese Crestese are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Chinese Crestese is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Chinese Crestese Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Chinese Crestese? Is the Chinese Crestese breed dumb or smart?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. Keep in mind that if you want to teach them any tricks, they understand and memorize new commands in 40-80 repetitions. Chinese Crestese obey the first command 30% of the time or better. So if you want to have a smart dog, you might have to reconsider your choice with this breed.

The Chinese Crestese ranks below average in the intelligence ranking of dogs.

Trainability
Are Chinese Crestese dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Chinese Crestese?
Chinese Crestese dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Chinese Crestese good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Chinese Crestese dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Chinese Crestese dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Chinese Crestese dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Chinese Crestese Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Chinese Crestese have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
ActivePlayfulHappyAlertIntelligentResponsiveDocileAffectionateLivelyGentleTemperedSweetEasygoing
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Chinese Crestese sensitivity:
Sensitive: Chinese Crestese dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Chinese Crestese a good family dog?
High: Chinese Crestese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Chinese Crestese need? Chinese Crestese social needs:
Chinese Crestese dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Chinese Crestese to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Chinese Crestese roam?
Chinese Crestese dogs are not the biggest explorers. They have low wanderlust potential. Low chance of escaping from home with this breed.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Chinese Crestese have high prey drive?
Chinese Crestese dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Chinese Crestese Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
Average: Chinese Cresteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. Sometimes they bark in excitement for playing, but they are not the most playful dog breed.
Barking
Do Chinese Crestese dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Chinese Crestese bark?
Average to High: The Chinese Crestese is a vocal breed. Not the best choice if you prefer a quiet breed. They often bark loudly and howl sometimes. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Chinese Crestese good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Chinese Crestese in an apartment?
Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Crestese breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem.

Chinese Crestese Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Chinese Crestese dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Chinese Crestese be left alone? How long can you leave a Chinese Crestese alone?
Chinese Crestese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Chinese Crestese Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Chinese Crestese has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Chinese Crestese? How much bite force does a Chinese Crestese have? How strong is a Chinese Crestese bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chinese Crestese bite force: Weak. The Chinese Crestese bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Chinese Crestese measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of a Chinese Crestese may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Chinese Crestese being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Chinese Crestese bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents.

They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train a Chinese Crestese puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, a Chinese Crestese can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

Biting Potential
Do Chinese Crestese bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Chinese Crestese? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Chinese Crestese? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Chinese Crestese has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Chinese Crestese do?
Chinese Crestese dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Chinese Crestese dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Chinese Crestese Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Chinese Crestese dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Chinese Crestese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Chinese Crestese breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Chinese Crestese breed? Most common health risks of Chinese Crestese:
Collapsed TracheaPatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyDeafnessGlaucomaPortosystemic Liver ShuntReverse SneezingLens LuxationHypoglycemiaLoose TeethWhite Dog Shaker Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Chinese Crestese breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Chinese Crestese see the vet?
Average
The Chinese Crestese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Chinese Crestese dogs live? How old can a Chinese Crestese be? What is the age limit of the Chinese Crestese? How many years can the oldest Chinese Crestese live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Chinese Crestese?

How long is the lifespan of a Chinese Crestese?

14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chinese Crestese: 16 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.

Chinese Crestese Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Chinese Crestese have? What is the activity level of the Chinese Crestese?
Chinese Crestese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Chinese Crestese need? How much exercise do Chinese Crestese dogs require per day?

Do Chinese Crestese dogs need a lot of exercises?

Chinese Crestese dogs exercise need is minimal. If you live a slow life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Chinese Crestese breed need?
Chinese Crestese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. They're not the most active dog breed. If you live an active life, this breed can be a bad choice for you.

Chinese Crestese Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Chinese Crestese need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Chinese Crestese breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Chinese Crestese? How much food should I feed my Chinese Crestese?
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Chinese Crestese risk for obesity:
Average: The Chinese Crestese has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Chinese Crestese weight regularly.

Chinese Crestese Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Chinese Crestese have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FeatheredSilkyThickDoubleHairless
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Chinese Crestese coats?
Black Blue Cream White Chocolate Palomino Apricot Slate
Grooming
How to groom the Chinese Crestese and how often? How often should I take my Chinese Crestese to the groomer?
Average: The Chinese Crestese requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Chinese Crestese, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.

Shedding Level
How much do Chinese Crestese dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Chinese Crestese? Do Chinese Crestese dogs shed a lot?
Chinese Crestese dogs shed none to minimal. Having a puppy from this breed you don't have to be afraid of your couch or car being covered by dog hair. Chinese Crestese dogs could be the best choice if you don't tolerate dog hair.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Chinese Crestese need a bath? How often should you give a Chinese Crestese a bath? Can I bathe my Chinese Crestese every day?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Chinese Crestese breed hypoallergenic?
Yes
Chinese Crestese dogs do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reaction. However there are no 100% hypoallergenic dogs in the world, there are a variety of breeds that are considered to reduce or minimize the possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Chinese Crestese has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Chinese Crestese drool?
The Chinese Crestese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Chinese Crestese could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Chinese Crestese.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Chinese Crestese Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Chinese Crestese dogs get along with other pets? Are Chinese Crestese dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Chinese Crestese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Chinese Crestese temperament with other people:
Chinese Crestese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Are Chinese Crestese dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Chinese Crestese temperament with children:
Chinese Crestese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Chinese Crestese dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Chinese Crestese breed live with a cat?
Chinese Crestese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Chinese Crestese good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Chinese Crestese dogs get along with other dogs?
Chinese Crestese dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Chinese Crestese can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Chinese Crestese breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Chinese Crestese breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Chinese Crestese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Chinese Crestese dogs good office canines? Do Chinese Crestese dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Chinese Crestese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Chinese Crestese dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Chinese Crestese temperament with senior people? Are Chinese Crestese dogs good for elderly owners?
Chinese Cresteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Chinese Crestese As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Chinese Crestese be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Chinese Crestese is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Chinese Crestese be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Chinese Crestese be an emotional support animal?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Chinese Crestese is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Chinese Crestese be a sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Chinese Crestese is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Chinese Crestese be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Chinese Crestese is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Chinese Crestese be a boat dog?

Not really

Chinese Crestese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Chinese Crestese be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Chinese Crestese is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Chinese Crestese dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Chinese Crestese Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Chinese Crestese pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Chinese Crestese breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Chinese Crestese: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Chinese Crestese have in a litter? How many puppies can the Chinese Crestese breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Chinese Crestese have? How many puppies can a Chinese Crestese give birth to?
3-5 puppies

Chinese Crestese Recognition

AKC Group
Is Chinese Crestese recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Chinese Crestese recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Chinese Crestese Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Trainability: Chinese Crestese dogs are easy to train.
  • Hypoallergenic: Chinese Crestese dogs do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reaction.
  • Apartment Friendly: Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Crestese breed.
  • Shedding Level: Chinese Crestese dogs shed none to minimal.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Chinese Crestese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Chinese Crestese dogs are not the biggest explorers.
  • Adaptability: Chinese Crestese dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Chinese Crestese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Cat Friendly: Chinese Crestese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Chinese Crestese dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Chinese Cresteses are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Chinese Crestese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Cons
  • Intelligent Rank: Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
  • Mouthiness: Chinese Crestese dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Chinese Crestese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Chinese Crestese is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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