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Chinaranian Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Chinaranian so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Chinaranian? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Chinese Crested and Pomeranian mix

Chinaranian Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Chinaranian? Learn how big the Chinaranian breed typically grows.
Small
Weight Statistics
How much does a Chinaranian weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Chinaranian breed.
7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Chinaranian?
8 pounds (4 kg)
Height
How tall is the Chinaranian? Chinaranian height:
10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Chinaranian?
11.5 inches (29 cm)

Chinaranian Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Chinaranian puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Chinaranian costs.
$800-$1000
If you choose to purchase the Chinaranian, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Chinaranian for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Chinaranian gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Chinaranian? How many Chinaranian are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Chinaranian is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Chinaranian Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Chinaranian? Discover the Chinaranian's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Smart: The Chinaranian dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Chinaranian is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Chinaranian? Learn about the Chinaranian's trainability and response to training methods.
Chinaranian dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Chinaranian as a watchdog? Learn about the Chinaranian's alertness and guarding instincts.
Chinaranian dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Territorial Protection
Is a Chinaranian protective of its territory? Learn about the Chinaranian's guarding instincts and behavior.
Chinaranian dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Chinaranian Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Chinaranian have? Learn about characteristic Chinaranian temperament and behavior traits.
ActivePlayfulHappyAlertIntelligentFriendlyDocileAffectionateLivelyTemperedSociableSweetAttentiveTrainableExtroverted
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Chinaranian sensitivity:
Sensitive: Chinaranian dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Chinaranian a good family dog?
High: Chinaranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Chinaranian need? Chinaranian social needs:
Chinaranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Chinaranian to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Chinaranian roam?
Chinaranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. They have low wanderlust potential. Low chance of escaping from home with this breed.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Chinaranian have high prey drive?
Chinaranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.

Chinaranian Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Chinaranian bark a lot? Learn about typical Chinaranian vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average: The Chinaranian barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Chinaranian? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Chinaranian breed.
Average: Chinaranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. Sometimes they bark in excitement for playing, but they are not the most playful dog breed.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Chinaranian live in an apartment? Learn about the Chinaranian's suitability for apartment living.
Very house-friendly dog the Chinaranian breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem.

Chinaranian Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Chinaranian to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Chinaranian's flexibility to new situations.
Chinaranian dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Chinaranian be left alone? Learn about the Chinaranian's tolerance to solitude.
Chinaranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Chinaranian Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Chinaranian biting potential? Learn about the Chinaranian's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Chinaranian has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is a Chinaranian mouthy? Learn about the Chinaranian's tendency to use mouth during play.
Chinaranian dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Chinaranian dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Chinaranian bite? Learn about the Chinaranian's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chinaranian bite force: Weak. The Chinaranian bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Chinaranian measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of a Chinaranian may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Chinaranian being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Chinaranian bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents.

They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train a Chinaranian puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, a Chinaranian can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

Chinaranian Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Chinaranian live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Chinaranian breed.
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Chinaranian: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Chinaranian handle different weather? Learn about the Chinaranian's climate adaptability.
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Chinaranian? Discover typical conditions affecting the Chinaranian breed.
The Chinaranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Chinaranian need vet visits? Learn about the Chinaranian's veterinary care requirements.
Average
The Chinaranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Chinaranian breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Chinaranian breed? Most common health risks of Chinaranian:
CataractsCollapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationPatent Ductus ArteriosisAllergiesHypothyroidismEpilepsyDeafnessSeizuresGlaucomaLens LuxationDry EyeHeatstrokeLoose TeethHeat Intolerance

Chinaranian Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is a Chinaranian? Understand daily activity needs of the Chinaranian breed.
Chinaranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Chinaranian need? How much exercise do Chinaranian dogs require per day?

Do Chinaranian dogs need a lot of exercises?

Chinaranian dogs exercise need is minimal. If you live a slow life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Chinaranian breed need?
Chinaranian dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. They're not the most active dog breed. If you live an active life, this breed can be a bad choice for you.

Chinaranian Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Chinaranian prone to weight gain? Learn about the Chinaranian's obesity risks.
Average: The Chinaranian has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Chinaranian weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Chinaranian need daily? Learn about the Chinaranian's feeding requirements.
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Chinaranian Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Chinaranian hypoallergenic? Learn about the Chinaranian's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Chinaranian dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does a Chinaranian come in? Discover all possible Chinaranian color variations.
BlackGrayTan Red Blue Cream White BrownOrange Chocolate Palomino Apricot Slate
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Chinaranian need? Learn about Chinaranian coat maintenance requirements.
Average: The Chinaranian requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Chinaranian, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.

Drooling Tendency
Does a Chinaranian drool a lot? Learn about the Chinaranian's drooling habits.
The Chinaranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Chinaranian could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Chinaranian.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does a Chinaranian smell bad? Learn about the Chinaranian's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Chinaranian has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Chinaranian have? Learn about the Chinaranian's fur characteristics.
FluffySilkyThickDoubleHairless
Bathing Needs
How often does a Chinaranian need baths? Learn about the Chinaranian's bathing requirements.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. While a good bath every now and then is a great way to keep your buddy from becoming overly smelly, be mindful about overbathing.

Bathing will wash away your dog’s natural oils, while a simple brushing every few days should keep them clean.

Shedding Level
How much do Chinaranian dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Chinaranian? Do Chinaranian dogs shed a lot?
Chinaranian dogs are low shedders. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type.

Chinaranian Good With

Child Compatibility
Is a Chinaranian good with children? Learn about the Chinaranian's behavior around kids of different ages.
Chinaranian dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does a Chinaranian get along with other pets? Discover the Chinaranian's compatibility with other animals.
Chinaranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Chinaranian temperament with other people:
Chinaranian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
How well do Chinaranian dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Chinaranian breed live with a cat?
Chinaranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Chinaranian good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Chinaranian dogs get along with other dogs?
Chinaranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Chinaranian breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Chinaranian breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Chinaranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Chinaranian dogs good office canines? Do Chinaranian dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Chinaranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Chinaranian dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Chinaranian temperament with senior people? Are Chinaranian dogs good for elderly owners?
Chinaranians are commonly okay with elderly people.

Chinaranian As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Chinaranian be a service dog? Learn about the Chinaranian's service work potential.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Chinaranian breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Chinaranian good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Chinaranian's therapy work aptitude.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Chinaranian breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Chinaranian good at detection work? Learn about the Chinaranian's scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Chinaranian is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Chinaranian do search and rescue? Learn about the Chinaranian's SAR capabilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Chinaranian is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is a Chinaranian good on boats? Learn about the Chinaranian's maritime capabilities.

Not really

Chinaranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can a Chinaranian pull carts? Learn about the Chinaranian's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Chinaranian is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was a Chinaranian used in military service? Learn about the Chinaranian's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Chinaranian Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Chinaranian usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Chinaranian pregnant? Learn about the Chinaranian's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Chinaranian: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can a Chinaranian have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Chinaranian Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Chinaranian in? Learn about the Chinaranian's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Chinaranian in? Learn about the Chinaranian's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Chinaranian Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Smart: The Chinaranian dogs have great intelligence.
  • Training Difficulty: Chinaranian dogs are easy to train.
  • Apartment Adaptability: Very house-friendly dog the Chinaranian breed.
  • Shedding Level: Chinaranian dogs are low shedders.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Chinaranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Chinaranian dogs are not the biggest explorers.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Chinaranian dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Cat Friendly: Chinaranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Chinaranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog Capability: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Cons
  • Allergy Friendliness: Chinaranian dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Chinaranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Chinaranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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