The Chinese crested "puff" will be a great friend for any person. Loves children. Suitable even for people who are allergic to dog hair. Decorative and created specifically for the home. Not picky about food and has a wonderful friendly character.
Breed history
The Chinese crested "puff" is a character in many legends. One says that a similar dog accompanied Buddha in his wanderings. If the Buddha was not in danger, then a fun and funny dog ​​simply followed on the heels of his master. When a threat appeared on the way, the animal turned into a formidable lion and protected the owner. Thus, the dog has repeatedly saved God from negative situations.
Another legend tells about the love of a guy and a girl. The young man wanted to take his beloved as a wife, but her father opposed this, since the groom was poor. He promised to give his daughter as an old and rich friend. Then the young people went to the sorcerer, who, by the power of his magic, turned them into Chinese crested dogs .
According to the third myth, these dogs have a close relationship with the other world. Carefully guard the soul of their master. When the owner dies, the dog dies with him and protects him before God in the final judgment.
At one time, only rich people could afford to keep such dogs. In China, today, Chinese crested fluff is one of the main signs of wealth and wealth.
In 1966, this breed almost disappeared. At that time, there were about ten individuals around the world. In China, there were difficult times, and people had no time to save the breed. The British tackled the problem, and representatives of the breed were taken to England. She was able to be restored, and thanks to this, the Chinese crested "puff" (a photo with her image can be seen below) pleases dog breeders today.
Animals became especially popular in the 21st century, when ladies with small dogs came into fashion. In 2015, about 600 puppies of this breed were recorded in Russia.
Breed features
"Puff" Chinese crested refers to small decorative dogs. In height, the dog grows to 35 cm, and its weight fluctuates around 3-6 kg. The animal has a small elongated muzzle and drooping ears. The eyes are black. The neck and tail are long, and the legs are straight. Dogs can have a very different coat color. The most common is coffee with small specks. There are two types of this breed - “puff” and “naked”.
Life expectancy of pets is 10-15 years.
Dog character
"Chinese Puffer" crested is characterized by a good disposition, which notes:
- Friendliness. Easily comes in contact with other animals. It treats strangers wary. It is hard for a new person to gain the trust of a dog.
- Mindfulness. For each member of the family, the dog finds an approach. With special attention studies the tastes and habits of home. He knows when and from whom you can beg for something tasty or who will pamper.
- Insight. Feels the mood of the owner. She understands when to approach him, and when it is better to choose an occupation for herself.
- Playfulness. He loves children and can play with them around the clock. Does not bite or scare them.
- Silence It is very difficult to hear any sound from this breed. They bark quite rarely.
- Sociability. He does not like loneliness and from separation from the owner can get sick. Easily adapts to a new place.
- Devotion. She is devoted to absolutely all of her members and rarely gives preference to someone.
- Learning ability. Easy to learn commands. Likes to perform various tricks.
The dog constantly chews various objects, so the dog must be provided with rubber toys.
Animals are quite fragile, so if there are small children in the family, then it is better not to have such pets. Children can easily do unintentional harm to such a dog.
The purpose of the dog
Chinese crested "puff" was created exclusively as a pet. Without labor, becomes the favorite of all family members. Ideal as a true friend for those who love animals. As a rule, these dogs often participate in various exhibitions and competitions. They lead a secular lifestyle.
Chinese Fluffy Crested Dog Care
Chinese crested "puff" requires careful care. A dog is bathed once a week, and the hair is combed daily.
They wash the dog with special shampoos that give the coat shine and splendor. The dog’s hair almost does not shed, but on it, warlocks can form, which must be removed in a timely manner.
The claws are cut once every seven days, as they grow quickly and do not have time to grind. During the procedure, hydrogen peroxide and cotton wool should be nearby, in case of a cut.
Once a week, you need to brush your pet's teeth to prevent tartar. With the formation of such an ailment, it will hurt the dog to eat food, and its treatment will cost a pretty penny. To brush your teeth you need to get a special toothpaste and brush.
Weekly, the dog's eyes, nose and ears are examined. They must be clean, without excretion.
Even decorative pets need exercise. Therefore, you should walk with the dog daily in the fresh air. Chinese crested do not tolerate cold. In the winter season, stay on the street with a dog should be limited.
If it is not possible to walk the pet, you can teach him to walk on the tray.
How to feed the Chinese crested "puff"?
Crested "puff" puppies are fed 5-6 times a day for up to two months. Gradually, by the year of life, this norm is reduced to two times a day. At four months, milk is excluded from the dog’s diet.
The animal is fed dry food for dogs of small breeds. “Puff” is not necessary to feed with dry food and you can offer him natural products. She is not at all picky about the choice of food and absorbs almost everything that they give. Loves fruits very much.
The diet of such a dog should include lean raw meat and boiled offal. The pet should be given boiled fish, vegetables, greens. The weekly menu should include boiled egg, cereals and vegetable oil. Of dairy products, kefir and cottage cheese should be preferred.
Everything harmful, namely salty, fatty, fried, smoked, sweet, must be excluded from the diet. The ban applies to sausages, sausages, lard and flour products.
How to cut Chinese crested "puff"?
Wool "puff" requires everyday attention. To care for it, you will need:
- a brush with long teeth made of metal;
- slicker;
- professional hairdressing scissors;
- dog clipper, it is better to opt for electric;
- hair dryer.
Combing your pet should be a daily ritual. A dog needs to be trained in such a procedure from birth.
All hair on the dog’s body is combed with a metal brush, starting from the skin. The most thoroughly combed problem areas. As a rule, these are behind the ears and on the feet where the tundra most often appear. If there are tangles, then they are carefully disassembled by hand, and then combed with a curler.
If there is no desire to mess with the hair daily, then the pet can be cut.
Grooming a Chinese crested "puff" is able to completely transform the appearance of the dog and turn it into a "naked" dog. Of course, this applies to dogs not participating in shows.
You can trim the animal both independently and in a special dog salon.
Before shearing, the pet should be washed with conditioner that adds shine to the hair, then blow dry. During drying, the animal is straightened with a comb hair and a hairstyle is formed.
If the hair is completely cut, then you need to try to remove as much hair as possible with scissors. “Boots”, crest and 2/3 of wool in the tail area remain untouched.
Further shaving requires a dog clipper powered by electricity. You can not use a device designed to cut people, it is not able to overcome the downy and soft hair of a dog. Depending on the hairstyle, the hair can be sheared both completely and up to several millimeters.
The wool that forms the “skirt” is carefully aligned in a straight line with a slight slope forward. Near the anus, a small part is cut from all sides and the hairline on the hips is milled. They cut exactly the wool that extends beyond the paw pads. Between the pads, the hairs are completely removed. If you do not remove the wool here in time, then tangles can form.
A haircut in the salon will not take so much time, and experienced specialists will help you create a fashionable original hairstyle for your pet.
After the haircut, the dog will find its own individual style, and caring for it will become much easier.
About dog health
About how to cut the "puff" with a Chinese crest, it was written above, and now about the health of the dog.
The crested "puff" does not give up good health. Often suffers from allergic reactions and Perthes disease. Dislocations of the patella are observed in such pets. The dog’s eyes are prone to keratoconjunctivitis. There are problems with the teeth. At an early age they can fall out. If the dog is not properly maintained, tartar can form.
The animal must be vaccinated. The first vaccination is carried out at the age of 8-10 weeks. It protects the dog from leptospirosis, parainfluenza, parvovirus and infectious hepatitis. The revaccination procedure is prescribed after 3-4 weeks. A second rabies vaccine is given at 12 weeks. The third vaccine for microsporia and trichophytosis is administered at six months. The puppy is given a general booster shot per year. After this, the dog is vaccinated annually. Before you get vaccinated, you should make sure that the pet is absolutely healthy. For this purpose, deworming is also carried out.
In the future, 2-3 times a year the dog is soldered with anthelmintic.
Knitting
The breed Chinese crested "puff" has the ability to be fertile at a fairly early age - 8-12 months. For a young and insufficiently strengthened body, pregnancy and childbirth can become a heavy burden, since the body has not yet formed completely. The most optimal mating age for females is 20 months, and for males - 24 months. The bitch is considered ready for breeding after two leaks, on the third. It is at this time that such an event should be planned.
Do not feed dogs before mating. The bitch is taken to the dog, as it is at home that the animal is able to show the necessary activity.
During the breeding of dogs, nothing should be distracting. This process should have a minimum number of viewers. If everything was done correctly, and the bitch was prepared, then the second process of intercourse is not necessary. Negative bitches should not be allowed to mate, so as not to expend the strength of the dog.
How to choose a puppy?
In order for the dog to live up to the expectations of the dog breeder, it must be correctly selected. This will help to avoid problems associated with the dog’s health and behavior. The pet is completely devoid of aggression, but despite this, the puppy may be hyperactive. Also, the animal must have:
- strong skeleton;
- absolutely straight back;
- well-defined paw angles;
- scissor bite;
- smooth and clean belly, pale pink.
- clean eyes, ears and nose without cloudy discharge.
The color of the “puff” puppy may change with age. The genealogy will clarify here, which describes in detail the shades of the hair of the dog's ancestors. At three months, the roots of the coat in the dog become the primary color.
Where to buy a puppy Chinese crested "down"?
When deciding to buy a puppy with Chinese crest, you should carefully study the ads on the Internet. View photos of dogs presented there. Such dogs can be not only “fluffy”, but also “bald”.
There are nurseries that specialize in breeding such animals. Buying here has its advantages, as the dog has all the necessary documents at once, which gives it the opportunity to participate in all kinds of exhibitions and competitions.
Dog cost
Puppy Chinese crested "puff" does not differ in budget cost. If this is a thoroughbred dog, then its price varies between 12-45 thousand rubles. A “naked” pet will cost its owners a bit more.
Dog breed Chinese crested "puff" requires careful care. Therefore, before acquiring an animal, you should familiarize yourself with the opinions of dog breeders about this dog, and carefully study all the nuances associated with its maintenance.