The Japanese Chin is a small, elegant dog breed with a distinctive, wedge-shaped head and a long, silky coat that can be black, white, or red in color. They are known for their friendly, playful nature and their agility, and were originally bred as companions for the aristocracy in Japan.
Japanese Chin
Also known as Japanese Spaniel, Chin
Origin
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- East Asia (ancestors from China/Korea)
- Era
- ancient, at least 8th century
Group
- Toy
Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Size
- Height
- 20–28 cm
- Weight
- 2–4 kg
Coat
- Type
- long
- Length
- long
- Colours
- black and white, red and white, black and tan and white
Traits
- affectionate, sensitive, alert, playful, aristocratic, quiet