Chinese Crested has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Beauceron has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Chinese Cresteds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Beauceron is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Courageous
Obedient
Protective
Loyal
Loving

Chinese Cresteds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Beaucerons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chinese Cresteds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Beauceron if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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1200s

1500s

Toy (AKC:1991)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Herding (AKC:2007 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Black
Red

Chinese Cresteds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Beaucerons have short coats.

A Chinese Crested can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Beauceron can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Chinese Crested breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Beaucerons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Gastric Torsion
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Chinese Cresteds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Beaucerons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Chinese Crested has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Beauceron has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chinese Cresteds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Beaucerons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chinese Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Beaucerons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chinese Crested minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Beauceron is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Chinese Crested dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Beaucerons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

While Chinese Crested dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Beauceron dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Cuddle, Pets, Being Spoiled

Walk, Playdate, Run, Road trip, Dog Parks, Frisbee, Swim, Play

Chinese Cresteds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Beaucerons are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinese Crested, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Beauceron, it's at least 30 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chinese Cresteds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Beaucerons usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chinese Crested requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Beauceron has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Chinese Crested should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Beauceron should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chinese Crested feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Beauceron feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chinese Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Beauceron is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Beauceron is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chinese Crested has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Beauceron is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chinese Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Beaucerons can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Chinese Cresteds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Beaucerons are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Chinese Cresteds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Beaucerons are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Chinese Cresteds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Beaucerons are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Chinese Cresteds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Beaucerons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Chinese Cresteds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Beaucerons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.