Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Bold

Chin-was are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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Chihuahua, Japanese Chin

Beagle and Norwegian Elkhound

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
Gray
White
Black
Cream
Red
Brown

White
Brown
Black

Chin-was have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Elk-a-Bees have medium-length coats.

A Chin-wa can have a litter of 2-4 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.

An Elk-a-Bee can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Chin-was typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Liver Shunts

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Hypoglycemia

None

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

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

Elk-a-Bee has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chin-was are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Elk-a-Bees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Walking, Playing, Fetch, Talking to her, All activities, Tag, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Walk, Snuggl

Play, Walk, Hunt, Napping, Tug-of-war, Going on walks, Fetch, Digging, Running

Chin-was 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.

Elk-a-Bees 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 Chin-wa, it's at least 5 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 Elk-a-Bee, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chin-was 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 Elk-a-Bees 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-8 pound (2 - 4 kg) Chin-wa 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 20-50 pound (9 - 23 kg) Elk-a-Bee 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 Chin-wa is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Elk-a-Bee is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chin-wa 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 an Elk-a-Bee is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Chin-was make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Elk-a-Bees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Chin-was are not the best choice for families with kids.

Elk-a-Bees make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chin-was are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Elk-a-Bees are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chin-was are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Elk-a-Bees are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chin-was have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Elk-a-Bees are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Chin-was are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Elk-a-Bees are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.