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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 Classification
What type of dog breed is a Chinese Crestese? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Chinese Crested and Maltese mix

Chinese Crestese Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Chinese Crestese? Learn how big the Chinese Crestese breed typically grows.
Small
Weight Statistics
How much does a Chinese Crestese weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Chinese Crestese breed.
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 Range
How much does a Chinese Crestese puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Chinese Crestese costs.
$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

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Chinese Crestese? Discover the Chinese Crestese's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
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.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Chinese Crestese? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's trainability and response to training methods.
Chinese Crestese dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Chinese Crestese as a watchdog? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's alertness and guarding instincts.
Chinese Crestese dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Territorial Protection
Is a Chinese Crestese protective of its territory? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's guarding instincts and behavior.
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

Personality Traits
What personality does a Chinese Crestese have? Learn about characteristic Chinese Crestese temperament and behavior traits.
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

Barking Frequency
Does a Chinese Crestese bark a lot? Learn about typical Chinese Crestese vocalization patterns and triggers.
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.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Chinese Crestese? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Chinese Crestese 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.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Chinese Crestese live in an apartment? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's suitability for apartment living.
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

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Chinese Crestese to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's flexibility to new situations.
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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Chinese Crestese be left alone? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's tolerance to solitude.
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 Risk Assessment
What is a Chinese Crestese biting potential? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's bite risk factors.

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.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is a Chinese Crestese mouthy? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's tendency to use mouth during play.
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.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Chinese Crestese bite? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's bite force measured in PSI.

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.

Chinese Crestese Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Chinese Crestese live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Chinese Crestese breed.
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chinese Crestese: 16 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Chinese Crestese handle different weather? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's climate adaptability.
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.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Chinese Crestese? Discover typical conditions affecting the Chinese Crestese breed.
The Chinese Crestese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Chinese Crestese need vet visits? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's veterinary care requirements.
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.
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

Chinese Crestese Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is a Chinese Crestese? Understand daily activity needs of the Chinese Crestese breed.
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

Obesity Tendency
Is a Chinese Crestese prone to weight gain? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's obesity risks.
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.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Chinese Crestese need daily? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's feeding requirements.
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Chinese Crestese Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Chinese Crestese hypoallergenic? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's suitability for allergy sufferers.
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.
Coat Colors
What colors does a Chinese Crestese come in? Discover all possible Chinese Crestese color variations.
Black Blue Cream White Chocolate Palomino Apricot Slate
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Chinese Crestese need? Learn about Chinese Crestese coat maintenance requirements.
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.

Drooling Tendency
Does a Chinese Crestese drool a lot? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's drooling habits.
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.

Stinkiness Rating
Does a Chinese Crestese smell bad? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's natural odor levels.

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.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Chinese Crestese have? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's fur characteristics.
FeatheredSilkyThickDoubleHairless
Bathing Needs
How often does a Chinese Crestese need baths? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's bathing requirements.
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.

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.

Chinese Crestese Good With

Child Compatibility
Is a Chinese Crestese good with children? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's behavior around kids of different ages.
Chinese Crestese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does a Chinese Crestese get along with other pets? Discover the Chinese Crestese's compatibility with other animals.
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.
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 Capability
Can a Chinese Crestese be a service dog? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's service work potential.

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 Work Suitability
Is a Chinese Crestese good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's therapy work aptitude.

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.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Chinese Crestese good at detection work? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's scenting abilities.

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 & Rescue Potential
Can a Chinese Crestese do search and rescue? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's SAR capabilities.

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.

Maritime Work Ability
Is a Chinese Crestese good on boats? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's maritime capabilities.

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.

Draft Work Capability
Can a Chinese Crestese pull carts? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's drafting abilities.

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.

Military Service Background
Was a Chinese Crestese used in military service? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's military history.

Not really

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

Chinese Crestese Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Chinese Crestese usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Chinese Crestese pregnant? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's gestation period.

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.

Breeding Frequency
How often can a Chinese Crestese have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

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.

Chinese Crestese Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Chinese Crestese in? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Chinese Crestese in? Learn about the Chinese Crestese's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Chinese Crestese Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Training Difficulty: Chinese Crestese dogs are easy to train.
  • Allergy Friendliness: Chinese Crestese dogs do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reaction.
  • Apartment Adaptability: 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.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Chinese Crestese dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: 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
  • Intelligence Rating: Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Chinese Crestese dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: 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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