Chion Information & Dog Breed Facts

If you choose to purchase the Chion, 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 Chion for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Chion gets to a happy place.

Very frequent: The Chion 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.

Smart: The Chion dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

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

Chion dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.

Chion dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.

Chion dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Chion dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

High: Chion 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.

Chion dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.

Chion dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. They have low to average wanderlust potential. Exploring the world is not the best activity they can imagine.

Chion dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Chion dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

A lot: Chion is a particularly loud breed. They often enjoy barking and howling loudly. If you want a quiet dog, not the best choice.

The main triggers for barking are fear, attention, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking, and defense.

The Chion is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.

Apartment-friendly dog the Chion breed. It is best if you have a small garden where it can occasionally go out to do its business, but this is not important at all. You can exercise him enough with a walk or two a day, so he's comfortable in an apartment.

Chion dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.

Chion dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

The Chion 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.)

Chion 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 Chion dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Chion bite force: Weak. The Chion bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Chion measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of a Chion 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 Chion being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Chion 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 Chion puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, a Chion can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

The average lifespan of Chion: 16 years

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.

Chions are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.

The Chion should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.

Chion dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.

Chion dogs have an average exercise need. This breed is satisfied with short walks every weekday and a long ones on weekends.

Chion dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Average: The Chion 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 Chion weight regularly.

Chion 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.

Easy to groom: The Chion doesn't require a lot of grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections. Chion is a good choice if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Recommended for beginners.

The Chion is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Chion 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 Chion.

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

The Chion has a high chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.

Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Chion dogs shed none to minimal. Having a puppy from this breed you don't have to be afraid of your couch or car being covered by dog hair. Chion dogs could be the best choice if you don't tolerate dog hair.

Chion dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.

Chion dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.

Chion dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.

Chion dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.

Chion dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.

Chion dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.

Chion is not the best dog breed for office environment.

Chions are commonly okay with elderly people.

This breed generally not used 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).

Chion is not the best breed for service purposes.

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.

Chion breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

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.

Chion is not the best breed for detection purposes.

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 Chion is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Chion 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.

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.

Chion is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

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

Reproductive cycle of the female Chion: 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.

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.