
The Chinese Crested
The Chinese Crested’s fascinating journey from ancient trade ships to AKC recognition. Learn how this elegant breed made its comeback!
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The Chinese Crested’s fascinating journey from ancient trade ships to AKC recognition. Learn how this elegant breed made its comeback!

Purebred Chinese Cresteds are a unique and old dog breed with two varieties (Hairless and Powderpuff) that dates back to the 1400’s as shown

The very first words of the purebred Chinese Crested Standard are “A toy dog, fine-boned, elegant and graceful” and that should be your first
The Chinese Crested, a lively and alert toy breed standing between 11 and 13 inches high, can be hairless or coated. The hairless variety has smooth, soft skin and tufts of hair on the head, tail, and ankles. The coated variety, called the “powderpuff,” is covered by a soft, silky coat.