Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Watchful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Germaneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Chin Cresteds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Great Pyrenees and German Shepherd

Chinese Crested, Japanese Chin

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

White
Black
Sable
Blue

A Germanees can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chin Crested can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Germaneess are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chin Cresteds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Germaneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Chin Crested breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Murmur
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Atopy

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Ectropion
Cataract
Epilepsy
Diabetes

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Sunburn
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Skin Biopsy
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Scrape

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Germanees has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chin Crested has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Germaneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chin Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Germaneess are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Chin Cresteds are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chin Crested dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Germanees, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chin Crested, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Germaneess usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chin Cresteds usually need at least 15 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-120 pound (34 - 54 kg) Germanees feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chin Crested feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Germanees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Chin Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Germanees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chin Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Germaneess are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Chin Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Germaneess make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chin Cresteds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Germaneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chin Cresteds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Germaneess are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chin Cresteds are highly friendly around strangers.