Other names

Powder Puff Schlag

Life expectancy

13 years

Age adult

10 months

Height (Shoulder height)

28 cm

Weight

4 kg

Coat texture

hairless / veil like

Coat color

all colors

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / primary lens luxation / senstive to cold / kidney disease / cystitis / neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis / Breeding relevant to animal welfare / sunburn / elevated body temperature / cone-rod dystrophy 3 / canine multiple system degeneration

Food expenses per month in €

about € 17

Suitable for children

Rather yes

Needs a garden

Rather not

Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment

Rather not

First dog suitable

Rather yes

Allergy friendly

Rather yes

Athletic

Attention

Care and grooming

Eager to learn

Exercise

Nature

friendly / playful / clingy

Bred for

gives off heat (mostly keeping children warm during the night) / consumption

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation / primary lens luxation / senstive to cold / kidney disease / cystitis / neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis / Breeding relevant to animal welfare / sunburn / elevated body temperature / cone-rod dystrophy 3 / canine multiple system degeneration

Dog type according to FCI

companion and toy dogs

FCI description

Dogs of this group were not bred to fulfill a certain function (hunting, hating, ...), but to be a good companion for humans. They look very different, also character-wise they vary strongly. Many are self-confident, social and lovable. With loving education and enough species-appropriate occupation, you can find here a pleasant and faithful companion in the everyday life, who can adapt mostly well.

Short description

The Chinese crested is known to be playful and needs a lot of love. The Powder Puff has a veil-like coat and a complete set of teeth. Breeding only the hairless dogs, leads to early abortion of the puppies in the womb. Chinese crested are reserved with strangers but very friendly with their family. They like exercise and love to play outside. Keeping the temperature high costs him energy, which is why he needs more food.