The most breed defining hallmark should be the last consideration and given the weight of its importance. Breed specific evaluation is owed, and when there is detailed criteria on head and expression it should be respected. Consistency is the best measure of evaluation and will be appreciated by breeder exhibitors.

Chin Health The Japanese Chin is a reasonably healthy breed with a typical life expectancy of 10-12 years, although they can live to be 15 years of age or more. The majority of problems seen in the Chin are the same as seen in toy dogs in general, including luxating patellas (slipping kneecaps), cataracts, and early-onset […]

We have taken great pains to assure the health and emotional well-being of your new Chin baby. The following instructions consist of 23 years worth of experience with this breed. Through trial and error we have developed a virtually goof-proof system of housing and caring for Japanese Chin. You will see that your puppy arrives to […]