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Toytoy🌍 Japancompanion dog
Chin
Charming, sensitive, playful, alert
Popularity
474
Toy companion also known as the Japanese Chin; catlike grace and affectionate nature.
Lifespan
12–14 years
Coat
abundant, straight, single, silky coat with mane, plume, and culottes
Colors
black and white, red and white, tricolor
Male height
8–11 in
Female height
8–11 in
Male weight
4–9 lb
Female weight
4–9 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
2
Trainability
3
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
2
Prey drive
1
Barking
2
Household fit
Kid friendly
3
Apartment friendly
5
Novice owner friendly
4
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
3
Drooling
1
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
2
Heat tolerance
2
Cold tolerance
2
