The Japanese Chin Dog Breed Essential Facts And Info

The Japanese Chin is a tiny oriental dog that wasThe Japanese Chin has a stronger will to please far
formerly known as the Japanese Spaniel. It has beenoutweigh any kind of an obstinate streak. This tiny toy
associated with China, Japan and Korea. Thebreed is rarely seen in canine sports, but does do well
Japanese Chin has a long coat that does not tangle. Itin obedience work. The handler must be dedicated and
can be kept beautiful with careful combing andconsistent.
brushing several times a week.The height of a Japanese Chin should be 8 to 10
So far as exercise, the Chin requires a small amountinches and weighs generally around 5 pounds. The
of exercise. Usually the backyard is sufficient enoughsmaller size is the better size with this breed.
of an outlet for its energy or a couple short walks aThe purpose for creating the Japanese Chin was to
day. The Japanese Chin is well suited for apartmentprovide lapdogs for Japanese fanciers with the
living because of its lapdog heritage andimperial aristocracy's ranks. They perform very well as
low-maintenance exercise requirements.loving and affectionate companions. They were
The Japanese Chin has a regal appearance and onecarried to Europe and America in the mid-1800s. They
function that are of a lively and lovely companion. Thewere first known as the Japanese Spaniel. The name
Chin is happiest in the lap of its owner. Though thewas changed to Japanese Chin in 1977 by the AKC.
Japanese Chin prefers to be the center of attentionAccording to some writers the Japanese Chin
they are not demanding and are quite devoted to theiroriginated in Korea. Others give Japan as its native
loved ones. A chin makes a fine companion for olderland. Still yet another set of writers agree that the Chin
children who have been instructed in this tiny dog'scame from China, where it was bred and maintained
care and handling.for the aristocracy. Date of origin is sometime before
The Japanese Chin is cheerful and calm. They bond700 A.D. At this time there were several accounts of
quickly to their owners and will go to great lengths tothe Japanese Chin being presented to the emperor of
please them. Usually the Japanese Chin is easilyJapan. From that time the Japanese Chin was
housebroken and trained. Some might say theadopted and developed by the Japanese into a
Japanese Chin has an obstinate side that occasionallylapdog.
appears, but generally, they are very accommodating.