Chinese Crested Dog - breed description

The Chinese crested dog is an ornamental breed. It received its name due to the fact that there is no wool on its torso. In the ancient state of China, such mutations have been known since time immemorial. This breed has a good popularity. Many of these dogs show increased interest. She gets along very well with children, and they themselves are friendly with her. Probably, this is determined by its small size and character.

Her popularity has never been the same in strength. It increased and diminished. In the middle of the last century, this breed almost completely disappeared altogether. If we consider the year 1966, only the only American breeder had dogs of this breed. It so happened that it was during this period that the Chinese crested appeared in the UK. Someone they were brought there.From this moment began the era of their active breeding.

A bit of history

There are many legends and stories concerning representatives of this breed. According to one of them, a small fluffy dog ​​once found a baby in the forest, which was already almost completely frozen. In order for him not to be completely numb, she shook all her fluff on him. After that, she began to call for help forest spirits. The gods are very touched by such tender care. They made the parents take the child away, and the dog was released with them. The legend says that this is exactly how a Chinese crested dog appeared among people.

Fiction with the presence of the heroine
What only parables does not exist in relation to this breed. The Chinese are associated with the belief that such a doggy with wavy hair, which covered her neck and muzzle, was next to the Buddha himself while he was traveling for a long time. His journey in the monastic guise of the world was very long. Naturally, there were moments when he was very tired. Then the dog turned into a huge lion, and the Buddha continued his journey on his back.

There is another story through which unhappy love runs like a red thread. In ancient times, lived a very beautiful girl Lou.It so happened that she fell in love with a poor guy. Her father was categorically against their relationship because he intended to pass her off as a rich man. The choice fell on the old man Ho-Chan.

The couple in love went to seek help from the great sorcerer. The sorcerer agreed to help them, but in return he requested a very high price. He made the bald, wrinkled Ho-Chan become a charming little dog. But such a curse spread to the future offspring of a young couple. Having taken a dog's appearance, they remained in Buddhist monasteries until the remainder of their days. They became the ancestors of this breed.

Religious fans associated with Buddhism firmly believed that these bald little dogs were guides to the afterlife, as they were able to contact him. According to belief, the owner of the code was dying, the dogs with him went to the other world. When the Great Court was being executed, they acted as lawyers.

Crested dogs in Russia
In our country, representatives of this breed appeared only in 1991. Until that time, they were not on the territory of our state at all. Events unfolded so that in 5 years in our country it was possible to observe the opening of the national club of the breed.Thanks to the efforts of its members, the popularization of the breed has become widespread.

Now, according to the canine federation, more than 1000 puppies are registered in our country.

Native country - China?
Even if this breed has nothing to do with the gods, the fact that it is very ancient is beyond doubt. Although her past is presented to contemporaries in a very foggy form. There is no certainty that the representatives of the Chinese crested breed were the subject of adoration among the people of the highest class, and the imperial palaces were their dwelling place. However, the finding of ancient manuscripts suggests that they contain references to the existence of dogs, which had no hair, and had delicate skin. Their appearance was accompanied by a crest of a crane, the mane of a lion, and their paws were like those of a monkey. There is an opinion that such dogs were bred by Buddhist monks.

There is a more outlandish nature of versions. For some of them, hairless dogs appeared in China due to the fact that they were brought there by Latin American Indians.And this happened long before the world knew Columbus. At this time in China, the rules of the Han dynasty. If this is true, it is quite possible that such dogs were in the imperial palaces.

Not less popular is the theory that there is a statement that the origin of the breed is associated with African roots. According to such assumptions, the existence of an African hot climate contributed to the emergence of processes associated with gene mutations. On a constant sun it is much easier in the absence of wool. Bald dogs, thanks to sailors, reached China.

The most plausible type are those theories according to which alopecia occurs due to processes associated with mutations. And this can be observed not only in dogs, but also in many other animals. Such dogs without hair at different times were present on other continents. Their appearance was in no way connected. But for some reason, it was precisely in China that they received particularly close attention among the navigators who came to China on their ships.

Funny moments
Starting from the 18th century, travelers, representatives of various states could observe miniature dogs without wool on various continents. This applies equally to Asian and African countries. Confirmation of meetings with these exotic creatures can be seen in many captain notes that were performed during their travels by many sailors. But Europe, this dog could see only in the 19th century, and then at the very end.

For public review, a representative of this breed was shown at the exhibition, which was held on the initiative of the Westminster Kennel Club. The venue was New York in 1885. Of particular interest to them were animal painters. They transferred them to their canvases.

Perfection and development
At the exhibition events were attended not only by those who came to them for idle curiosity, but also by people who are seriously interested in this Chinese breed. A number of famous dog breeders began to carry out activities associated with the breeding of this breed. For selection used a variety of bare breeds, up to the Maltese.From the Afghan hound, this breed got a silky mane. The same is due to the fact that she has woolen socks and very cute tassels on the tail.

But to achieve the ideal standard performance was still far away. The first representatives of this breed at the exhibitions had a very modest appearance. They lacked tuft and mane. All the usual signs now appeared only in the 70s of the last century. A great merit in this belongs to the breeders from America and England. In late 1969, the appearance of the club, which included fans of this breed. After another four years, she received official recognition.

Breed types

These dogs are of two kinds. One of them is represented by bare dogs, the other by downy species. Briefly called "puff".

• The dog reaches a height of 23-33 cm.
• Body weight - 2-5 kg.

The body is completely covered with wool. The skin is smooth and thin, absolutely not adapted to the effects of cold factor, does not tolerate moisture and the action of direct sun. The body ends with a long head with an elongated muzzle located on it.The standard assumes a fluffy tuft that crowns the head of the Paw covered with wool only up to the location of the hock. Above it, it should not rise.

If you touch the skin with your hand, you can feel the warmth and softness. The skin may be very different in its shade. With a long stay in the sun, it is covered with a tan with a bronze tint. Wool can be solid or spotted nature.

According to constitutional peculiarities, representatives are referred to as “deer” or “pony”. The first type is associated with a lighter and thinner bone. These dogs have a pronounced elegant look. Among this type there are individuals with extreme emotionality. A dog of the second type has a heavier bones. Outwardly, it looks more stocky in comparison with other representatives. Such a dog shows great confidence and calm. It is these representatives who often win various exhibition events.

The term "naked", "hairless" will never be able to meet in the definition that is called this breed. Important! The peculiarity is that within the framework of one litter there can be dogs, which have completely no wool, or those that are covered with down.

Color dogs can be combined with any colors.You can even see the marble and spotted dogs. Such representatives have very low protection against sunburn.

Paws of dogs are unusual in their structure. Elongation has a certain similarity with the fingers of a person. It is quite nice to watch a scene in which a dog pulls its paws towards its owner. With long limbs, they funny pull out a toy that accidentally rolled under the bed.

Dog and Allergies

It is the one who believes that naked dogs are not capable of causing allergies. They do it very often. But the manifestations of the reaction occur in response to the wool, and the discharge of sweat glands and saliva.

Character traits

These representatives are not used for hunting or protection. The ancestors of these dogs participated in ceremonies associated with ancient rites. Modern breeders also created a purely decorative breed. This is crucial for many of its qualities.

The dog is distinguished by pronounced indicators of friendliness. The dog shows his love absolutely to all family members. In relation to a person, he is distinguished by pronounced affection.In the nature of the dog there is tenderness, affection, caution and appeasability. At first, the puppy is so timid that, getting into the house for the first time, he will not even take part in games for a while. But then he will show his desire for playfulness and curiosity.

The dog has a distinct temperament, but in vain barking is not peculiar to it. Of course, the pet, like all representatives of the dog kingdom, will bark, but this only appears when the puppy is nervous or bored. Talking in a dog's language, she will start and in anticipation of affection.

Representatives of this breed are easy to learn. Moreover, it must be done without fail. She will easily learn many tricks. You can easily walk with your hind legs, climb the stairs, or jump over an obstacle. Communicating with people, the dog has a feeling of pleasure. Loneliness affects her depressingly, she simply does not tolerate it. If you deprive her of communication with human society, the dog will be shy, with the presence of pronounced elements of mistrust of everything that surrounds it. It is recommended to take it more often with you to various events and introduces other dogs.But contact with huge dogs is best avoided.

You can not just put into words how these creatures show love for their masters. If they leave the house, the animal is looking for them everywhere and are willing to wait as long as necessary. When she becomes an adult, it is very problematic to adapt her to other owners.

It is difficult to say which of the other dogs is capable of so intensely caring for their offspring. The crested dog continues to nurse with the puppies even when they have matured enough.

Dogs are afraid of hot and too cold water like fire. At a young age she can chew various things. To prevent this from happening, you should give her a sufficient number of toys.

The emotionality of such dogs simply splashes over the edge. When a pet is left in an empty apartment, he begins to intensely whine and bark. Therefore, such a dog should not be wound up for those who, due to lack of time, cannot devote enough time to it.

Dogs of this breed feel great in what mood people are. If the dog sees that the owner is very busy, then he will not bother him.At the same time, he will go to his place and sleep there or just lie quietly. The playful nature of the dog needs her to be invited to take part in some games. She herself would easily find an occupation without any help. She will play with the fact that she only gets under paws. A toy with threads or a regular plastic bag that rustles so enticingly can act as a toy. Character allows you to easily make friends with any pet. But at the same time she is not devoid of a small sense of jealousy.

For crested representatives is characterized by extreme fragility. Therefore, it is not recommended to bring them to those who have small children in the family. They may accidentally harm the little dog. You can not keep these dogs in areas with increased noise. This causes them to have a feeling of nervousness.

Care

Health

Average life expectancy is 11-14 years. But such dogs are subject to a number of generic diseases, which can significantly shorten the lifespan. Very often such dogs develop acne and sunburn. Childbirth is almost always very difficult.

Price

Anyone who decided to buy such a puppy will have to pay 12 000 - 25 000 rubles for it. This applies to puffs. Bare dogs are twice as expensive.

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