Alert
Independent
Loving
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Cheerful
Clever

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

Minnie Jacks are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Japan

United States

pug, pekingese

Miniature Pinscher and Jack Russell Terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ancient times

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Blue
Isabella
Red
Brown
Fawn
Black

Japanese Chins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Minnie Jacks have medium-length coats.

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 Minnie Jack 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Optical Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination

Japanese Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Minnie Jacks' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Minnie Jack has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Japanese Chins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Minnie Jacks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Minnie Jacks sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Japanese Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Minnie Jack dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Sniffing, Pets, Walk

Playing Ball, Play keep away, Chasing, Running, Chase, Dog Parks, Toy Destruction, Fetch, Walks, Tug-of-war, Hike, Car rides, Giving treats, Exploring, Walking, Hide & Seek, Run, Jump, Play, Walk

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.

Minnie Jacks 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 Minnie Jack, it's at least 10 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 Minnie Jacks usually need at least 60 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 Minnie Jack has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Minnie Jack is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 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 Minnie Jack is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Japanese Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Minnie Jack is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Minnie Jacks 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.

Minnie Jacks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Minnie Jacks are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Japanese Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Minnie Jacks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Minnie Jacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.