Schipperke tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

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

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

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.

Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

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

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

Schipperkes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

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Non Sporting (AKC:1904)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

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Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

Chinese Cresteds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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 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.

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

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

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

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Schipperkes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Schipperkes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

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There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schipperke, it's at least 7 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 Chinese Crested, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schipperkes 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.

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.

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

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

Schipperke 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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke 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.

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.

Schipperke is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Schipperkes are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Schipperkes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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