Playful
Loving
Aloof
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Assertive
Willful

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

Tibetan Chins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Avoid Shelchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Tibetan Spaniel and Japanese Chin

Bichon Frise and Shetland Sheepdog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Red
Sable
Silver
White
Brown

White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Sable

Straight

Wavy

A Tibetan Chin can have a litter of 3-6 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 Shelchon can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis

Entropion
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Hemophilia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Shelchons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Tibetan Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Shelchons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Tibetan Chins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Tibetan Chin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Shelchons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

In general most Tibetan Chins usually need at least 60 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 Shelchons 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.

The Tibetan Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Shelchons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Tibetan Chin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Shelchon feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Tibetan Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Shelchon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tibetan Chin 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 Shelchon is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Tibetan Chins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Shelchon is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Tibetan Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Shelchon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Tibetan Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Shelchons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Tibetan Chins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Shelchons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Shelchons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Tibetan Chins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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