Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Jackie-Bichons are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Jack Russell Terrier and Bichon Frise

Japanese Chin, Chinese Crested

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
White
Pied

Black
Cream
Red
Fawn
Silver
White
Blue
Sable

Jackie-Bichons have short coats.

Crested Chins are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Jackie-Bichon can have a litter of 4-8 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 Crested Chin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Jackie-Bichons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Crested Chins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Coonhound Paralysis
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Eyes
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Eyes

Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood And Urine Analysis

Physical Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Orthopedic Exam

Jackie-Bichon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

Jackie-Bichons are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Crested Chins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jackie-Bichon, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Chin, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jackie-Bichons usually need at least 120 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 Crested Chins usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Jackie-Bichons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Jackie-Bichon is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

Jackie-Bichons are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Jackie-Bichons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Crested Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Jackie-Bichons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Crested Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Jackie-Bichons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Crested Chins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Jackie-Bichons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Crested Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Jackie-Bichons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Jackie-Bichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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