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| Breed: Japanese Chin | Group (AKC): Toy |  |
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| Country of Origin | China and Japan, 19th century |
| Type of coat | long, straight, silky, shedding |
| Grooming | daily brushing, regular bathing (does not enjoy hot wax though), nail clipping, ear cleaning, professional trimming occasionally |
| Average height | 8-9 inches |
| Average weight | 6-8 pounds |
| Activity level | low |
| Watchdog | no |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | medium |
| Trainability | can be difficult, possibly stubborn... patient, consistent methods |
| Compatibility with children | older children Ok, no roughhousing |
| Character | playful, affectionate, easygoing, happy |
| Ideal home environment | apartment OK, walk daily |
| Ideal owner | easygoing, patient , do not over spoil |
| Suggestions: | early socialization and obedience training |
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