Read About Japanese Chin Breeders

Japanese Chin Breeders systematically raise these proud oriental dogs. Here's everything you need to know about these breeders.

Japanese Chin Breeders - Breeder Facts

1. Professional Affiliations:

   Japanese Chin breeders need to be affiliated foremost with the AKC and additionally with other organizations such as the CKC, FCI, APRI, NZKC, UKC, etc.

2. Why Use a Breeder:

   A breeder would know the correct method to raise a Japanese Chin with its typical soft silky fur, drooping ears and a high poise.

3. How to Find:

   Japanese Chin breeders are difficult to find. You may begin your search by clicking the links of breeders on AKC and other clubs. You can visit dog shows and ask your local vets.

4. What to Expect:

   It is not only difficult to find a Japanese Chin, it is also difficult to own one. Breeders are very reluctant to sell them and will sell only when they do a thorough check on the proposed owner. Expect to fill forms and divulge details about your household.

5. Breeder's Surroundings:

   Japanese Chins are finicky dogs. They will thrive only if the surroundings are extremely clean and are groomed at least once a week. Don't buy a Japanese Chin from a mangy environment.

Japanese Chin Breeders - Newborn Facts

1. Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

   Japanese Chins have a small litter size, averaging one to three puppies at a time.

2. Age To Be Sold:

   A Japanese Chin must not be sold within two months of its birth. It must be given enough time under maternal care to develop fully.

3. What to Look For in a Newborn:

   Their coat must be exceedingly soft and smooth to the touch. Select conventional colors like white with patches of black, brown, brindle, red, yellow, orange, and sable.

4. Registry:

   The Jap Chin needs to be registered with the AKC under the toy breed category.

5. AKC Recognized Characteristics:

   The recognized height is 8 to 11 inches. These dogs must have soft fur and a proud manner of walking. Their muzzles must be flat and there should be no more than two teeth missing. Check their eyes for scratches.

6. Expense to Purchase Newborn:

   Due to the exclusivity of the breed, Jap Chins are priced very high. One puppy may cost anywhere from $500 to $2000, depending on the rarity of their colors and softness of fur.

7. Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

   Parental information of a Jap Chin is important as this breed is prone to genetic disorders. It is excellent if you can get information of two previous generations and show them to a vet. Some generations may not show disorders, but may still be carriers.

Japanese Chin Breeders - Breeder Concerns

1. Breeder Reputation:

   Buy a Japanese Chin only from a breeder who seems to know his or her job well. Select a breeder only after several recommendations. Get a list of previous owners and call them up for references.

2. Pet Health:

   Jap Chins have flat faces, which dispose them to coughing, wheezing and snoring while asleep. They can have genetic disorders such as dysplasia of the hip and also luxating patellas. They can suffer from heart murmurs and corneal scratches.

3. Assurances:

   Japanese Chin breeders must be able to give a substantial health guarantee on the dog as it is a short-lived dog.