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With big puppy dog eyes and a soft cuddly coat, Chinese Crested pup Buttons is the definition of cute, which makes him kind of an oddball in this house.In this article, we will explore the top 10 facts about the Chinese Crested
1: There Are Two Types of Chinese Cresteds
The two types of dogs are the Powder Puff and the Hairless varieties. A Powder Puff Chinese Crested has a coat of straight hair that covers its entire body.
2: The Chinese Crested Is the Smallest Hairless Dog Breed
Of the half dozen or so hairless dog breeds, the Chinese Crested is the smallest. They measure between 11 and 13 inches at the shoulder and usually weigh around 12 pounds. That makes this dog a little bit bigger than the Chihuahua on average, but they’re still small enough to fit in a moderately sized handbag.
3: Chinese Cresteds Aren’t Originally From China
The deepest roots of the Chinese Crested are traced back to Africa, where the ancestors were known as African Hairless Terriers. These were the dogs that Chinese traders encountered in their travels to Africa, adopting and refining the breed of the African Hairless Terriers. The traders renamed the dog a Chinese Crested.
4: These Dogs Were Bred for a Life at Sea
Early traders and boaters recognized that this dog was small and robust enough to keep their ships free of rats and other little varmints. They also didn’t shed much and didn’t bark a lot, so it made for a perfect boating companion as these dogs were developed in the 18th century.
5: Today the Chinese Crested Is More Popular in the United States Than in China
This dog got its start in China, hence its name, but because of its unique look and small body, this dog has made its way into a lot of families in the United States. Because it’s small, it’s able to live in a lot of different areas, like an apartment or a condo, and because of its hypoallergenic features, this dog can be around a lot of different families. It’s way different, and it’s not like any dog you’ve ever seen, but for a lot of people in the United States, this dog works.
6: The Chinese Crested Is a Hypoallergenic Dog
A lot of people don’t realize that the Chinese Crested is hypoallergenic, mainly because they don’t have a lot of hair. This dog is perfect for anyone with allergies and for anyone that likes a dog that looks quite a bit different than any other dog.
7: These Dogs Are Famous Because They’re Ugly
Not necessarily ugly, but more than anything they are different than any dog out there. Their hairless skin combined with their long hair on their head, tail, and feet make them a prime target for being called an ugly dog. But they’re so ugly and so unique that they’ve actually become super popular. These dogs stand out especially on social media—Instagram, Facebook. These dogs are one of a kind.
8: These Dogs Are Movie Stars
They’re just ugly enough that they stand out in a movie, and they’re also very smart, so it allows for them to play any role that’s needed. They make for a great movie because they’re so unique. For example, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days—that movie has a Chinese Crested that stands right out because of the way it looks.
9: Today the Chinese Crested Is More Popular in the United States Than in China
This dog got its start in China, hence its name, but because of its unique look and small body, this dog has made its way into a lot of families in the United States. Because it’s small, it’s able to live in a lot of different areas, like an apartment or a condo, and because of its hypoallergenic features, this dog can be around a lot of different families. It’s way different, and it’s not like any dog you’ve ever seen, but for a lot of people in the United States, this dog works.
10: These Dogs Are Famous Because They’re Ugly
Not necessarily ugly, but more than anything they are different than any dog out there. Their hairless skin combined with their long hair on their head, tail, and feet make them a prime target for being called an ugly dog. But they’re so ugly and so unique that they’ve actually become super popular. These dogs stand out especially on social media—Instagram, Facebook. These dogs are one of a kind.