Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Playful
Agile
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Athletic
Mischievous

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

Italian-Bichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Italian-Bichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Bichon Frise and Italian Greyhound

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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2000's

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Cream
Fawn
Sable
White

Chinese Cresteds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Italian-Bichons 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.

An Italian-Bichon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Chinese Cresteds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Italian-Bichons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Urolithiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Urinalysis
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

Italian-Bichons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Italian-Bichon 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.

Italian-Bichons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Italian-Bichons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

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 Italian-Bichon, it's at least 9 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 Italian-Bichons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Italian-Bichon 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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
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 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Italian-Bichon feed 1 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 an Italian-Bichon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 an Italian-Bichon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

Italian-Bichons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

The Italian-Bichon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chinese Cresteds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Italian-Bichons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian-Bichons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Italian-Bichons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Italian-Bichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.