Latest Chinese Crested Frequently Asked Questions:
I recently discovered the adorable breed of dog called a chinese crested. I would like to buy a hairless female, but of course I'm expecting it to be a little pricey. So what I would like to know is how much (in a range I guess) a female hairless Chinese Crested would cost. I would agree to spay the puppy and would prefer a breeder within the state of Michigan if someone can provide a breeder.
Answer:A good breeder should be willing to sell a pet quality Crested for around $700-1200. Pet-quality dogs should all be the same price, not more for the hairless. Be sure to research this breed carefully, as there are a few health problems that are devastating. Definitely avoid puppy mills, pet shops, or BYB's. This breed takes a knowledgeable person, as the hairless gene can cause other problems(it is known as a semi-lethal gene). You may also want to look into rescue. It can be cheaper to go that route, and, since you are not looking for a show quality dog, it may be best for you, too. You would be surprised how many Crested do end up in rescue, and most are really nice dogs that just need a 2nd chance!
I have a shitsu nad we have breeded her with a chinese crested powderpuff. Can someone show me what her puppies would lok like. I have searched and searched and turned up empty handed. If someone can give me a link that has a picture of them thatnk you! they are not mutts!! i had no choice i it really. It happened theres nothing else i can do.
Answer:They will just look like fluffy mutts. They could be any color. Yes, the puppies will be MUTTS! They are a mixed breed dog! There's no guarantees on what they will look like except for fluffy. They could have a shorter nose of the shih tzu, or a longer nose like a crested.. or something in between. You had a choice... both dogs should have been kept separated until they were spayed and neutered. There are plenty of Shih Tzu and Shih Tzu mixes in need of homes.. and there is also no shortage of Cresteds or Crested mixes either!
I am trying to buy a hairless chinese crested, and the woman I am buying from is not even sure yet if the breading was successful. I am just wondering, what my chances are of getting one of these puppies......Anyway, I figure if they have several I will have a better chance than if they have 2. : ) I don't want to bread or show dogs.I want a pet quality, does that put me low on the list? Also, how many hairless come in a litter usually? Any experiences with this.
Answer:2 - 7 puppies. They can be a mix of hairless and powderpuffs. You're not going to know how many of each until they come out.
I have used regular hair clippers to shave my chinese crested, but, I can not use them on her face. Those that have a chinese crested dog what do you recommend?
Answer:I have a true hairless, so I just use a regular double blade razor on his face. Alot of people like the smaller clippers, like the pocket sized trimmers. The Whal peanut is one I've seen reccommended, for example.
I was looking at photos of the World's Ugliest Dog competition, which a lot of the entries are Chinese Crested. Do all of them stick their tongues out like that? If so, why?
Answer:No, they don't all do it. The gene that causes hairlessness is linked to dentition issues, so this breed tends to have dentition issues. If the dog has it's tongue hanging out he side of it's mouth, it's missing teeth.
