Chinese Crested Puppies

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Chinese Crested Puppy Care and Development

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Newborn Crested Litter

One Year Update on our 2008 Puppies

Congratulations to Pearl and Harriet on their wonderful show careers!

Hairless and Powderpuff Puppies Born April 14, 2008

Updated Pictures of the Pups at Two Weeks

The Puppies At Four Weeks

Until three weeks of age, puppies are blind, deaf, and unable to regulate their body temperature. They can crawl and they have well developed senses of touch and smell, which they use to maintain contact with their dam. By three weeks of age, they have formed a strong bond with their dam.

The Chinese Crested’s exotic appearance, fastidious habits and charming personality combine to make this breed an incomparable companion. Described in the standard as as “fine boned and elegant” both the hairless and powderpuff varieties range in size from 11” to 13” in height and weigh 10 to 12 pounds at maturity. They do not shed, which makes them an ideal pet for many allergy sufferers.

Cresteds can be found in every color and combination of colors, from black to white, to every imaginable combination of spots and markings.

Hairless dogs have been known in many regions of the world for hundreds of years. By far, the most popular of the hairless breeds today, the Chinese Crested occupies the unique position of the only hairless longhaired dog. Although China is frequently cited as its birthplace, the Crested was actually made in the USA. The breed made its first appearance at American and English dog shows late in the nineteenth century. Cresteds were exhibited as an AKC Miscellaneous breed sporadically until the 1960s. Nearly 20 years later the breed was readmitted to the AKC Miscellaneous class. AKC voted to readmit the breed in September 1985 and it again became eligible to compete in February, 1986. On February 1, 1991 the breed finally gained full AKC recognition and entered the Toy Group April 1, 1991.

The Crested is a highly intelligent, sensitive breed. They are curious, inquisitive and thoroughly devoted to their owners. This is not the breed for someone who does not desire considerable interaction with a dog. Although quite sociable with other dogs, they prefer human companionship.

They have an innate desire to please and respond readily to positive reinforcement training. Energetic and agile, they excel at obedience, agility and rally. They also make great therapy dogs. As a rule, they are quite easy to housetrain. Contrary to popular belief, hairless Cresteds can be trained to go out in cold weather, but they are sensitive to cold and will appreciate a coat on these occasions. They love a walk or a car ride and will happily accompany you on all your travels.

With proper care, a well bred Crested can be expected to live for 14 to 18 years. They typically remain active and playful well into old age.

Crested Pups Four Weeks Old

Why Do Puppies Grow and Develop at Different Rates?

By three weeks of age puppies are able to see and hear. Their motor skills have improved substantially. They begin to stand on all four legs rather than crawling. Natural instinct directs them to leave their sleeping area to relieve themselves. Puppies that have the opportunity to do this tend to be much easier to housetrain later on. This is a main reason why commercially raised puppies, kept in cages, tend to be very difficult to housetrain. At three weeks of age, puppies also begin to explore their environment and socialize with their littermates. This period of spontaneous socialization and exploration will continue for another eight to ten weeks.

By three months of age, puppies have a complete set of deciduous (or milk) teeth. They are fully weaned and have received two DHLPP vaccinations. They become less dependant on their dam for social and emotional support and better able to begin the transition to a new home. They have a basic understanding of housetraining and other household rules but these ideas will need to be reinforced for the next few months. They are growing up but still have a long way to go.

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Puppy Development

Crested Pup Four Months Old

By four months, puppies begin to develop more adult body shape and proportions. They also begin their second phase of teething. It is not unusual for a puppy's formerly erect ears to droop during these weeks.

Puppies receive their final DHLPP vaccination at 16 weeks but should not be vaccinated for rabies until four weeks later.

At this age, puppies should have intensive socialization including training classes, car trips and regular interaction with other dogs.

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