Alert
Independent
Loving
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal

Active
Loving
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Japan

United States

pug, pekingese

Rat Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound

ancient times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Blue
Black
White

A Japanese Chin can have a litter of 10-12 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier can have a litter of 6-8 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.

While the Japanese Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Usually Very Healthy

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Ear Examination
Orthopedic
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)

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

Bluetick Rat Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Sniffing, Pets, Walk

Playing fetch

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Japanese Chin, it's at least 4 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 Bluetick Rat Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Japanese Chins usually need at least 30 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 Bluetick Rat Terriers usually need at least 90 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 Japanese Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Bluetick Rat Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Japanese 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 38-60 pound (17 - 27 kg) Bluetick Rat Terrier 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 Japanese Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bluetick Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Japanese Chin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Bluetick Rat Terrier 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.

Japanese Chins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Japanese Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

Bluetick Rat Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Japanese Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Bluetick Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Bluetick Rat Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.