Breed Group: Toy
Temperament
Alert, Loyal, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Cat-like
Bred For
Lapdog
Weight
Metric: 2 – 4 kg
Imperial: 4 – 9 lbs
Height
Metric: 20 – 28 cm
Imperial: 8 – 11 inches
Life Span
12 – 14 years
Interesting Facts
- The Japanese Chin is a small toy breed known for its distinctive, flat-faced appearance.
- Despite its name, the Japanese Chin is believed to have originated in China and was later brought to Japan.
- This breed was historically favored by Japanese nobility and was often kept as a companion dog.
- Japanese Chins have a friendly and gentle temperament, making them excellent family pets.
- They are known for their agility and graceful movements, often described as cat-like.
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