Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Devoted
Lively
Spirited
Clever

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Welshunds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Dachshund, Welsh Terrier

Chihuahua, Japanese Chin

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Pied
Gray
White
Black
Cream
Red
Brown

Welshunds have medium-length coats.

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

Wiry

Straight

A Welshund 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.

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.

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

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.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Liver Shunts

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Cataracts
Hypoglycemia

Eye
Hearing
Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Heart
(Dna Test For Pra)
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

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

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Welshund, it's at least 7 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 Chin-wa, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Welshunds 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.

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.

The Welshund requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Chin-wa has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Welshund should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Chin-wa should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-28 pound (7 - 13 kg) Welshund feed 1.6 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 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.

The average cost of a Welshund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Welshund 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.

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 Welshund is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Welshunds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Welshunds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Welshunds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Welshunds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chin-was are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Welshunds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Welshunds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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