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Chinese Crested

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The Chinese Crested At a Glance
Recognized By
AKC 
Country of Origin
China/Africa 
Life Expectancy
10 - 12 yrs 
Height Range
11 - 13 in 
Weight Range
5 - 12 lbs 
Colors
Any color or color combination 
Trainability
Very good if you can hold their interest 
With Children
Very good with middle to older children; no rough play 
With Animals
Usually good. 
Climate
No temperature extremes. Require sunscreen when in sunlight for long, and sweaters in colder weather 
Indoor/Outdoor
Must live indoors 
Exercise Reqd
Fairly active play indoors is adequate 
Grooming Reqd
Skin care is absolutely necessary in the hairless variety; regular brushing of powder-puff variety. Breed requires dental care. 
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Chinese Crested Common Health Screenings
The following health screenings are often performed by responsible Chinese Crested breeders:

BAER Hearing Test
Cardiac Evaluation - OFA
CERF Screening (Canine Eye Research Foundation)
Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHIP)
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (by X-Ray)
Patellar Luxation Test - OFA
Progressing Retinal Atrophy (genetic test)
Thyroid Function Test (blood test)