Asian countries have valued the Japanese Chin dog breed as a friend for more than a millennium. They were well-liked members of the Chinese and Japanese imperial courts, and it was there that they gained their distinctive appearance.  This breed is sweet-tempered, playful, and graceful. Although they perform well in apartments and even get along with inexperienced pet parents, they don’t particularly enjoy spending extended periods of time alone at home. These dogs also have a propensity for climbing, so you could be shocked to see your dog perched on the highest points in the house, inspecting their domain. Give your Chin plenty of care and affection, and you’ll have a laid-back, devoted snuggle partner.

Japanese Chin dog History

An old breed that presumably evolved in the Chinese imperial court is the Japanese Chin. He was highly regarded and frequently presented as a gift to envoys from other countries, and it was likely as a gift to the emperor of Japan that he traveled to the island country that gave him his name. The Chin was not considered an inu (a dog) in Japan; rather, it was seen as a unique being (chin). He most likely crossed there with little spaniel-like dogs and finally developed the appearance he has today.

Until Commodore Matthew Perry came into Uraga Harbor near Edo, now Tokyo, and opened Japan to international trade in 1853, the Japanese Chin were unknown to the outside world. Many Japanese Chins were brought into Britain and the US as they became a sought-after product.  President Franklin Pierce, Secretary of War Jefferson Davis, and Caroline Perry Belmont, Perry’s daughter, were among the first Americans to possess the breed. Wealthy and noble people started to like them. Up until 1977, the Japanese Chin was referred to as the Japanese Spaniel in the United States.

Five Unknown Facts About the Japanese Chin

1. They Were the Royal Dogs

When the Japanese aristocracy arrived in Japan, they were first used as companion dogs for Chinese nobility. Chins continue to act in a regal manner, expecting to always be in charge of their home.

2. They Are in Fact Chinese

According to most researchers, the Japanese Chin originated in China. According to legend, the Japanese Chin and another well-known Chinese breed, the Pekingese, were originally one and the same. The Japanese Chin and Pekingese both have a flat face, but the Japanese Chin has straighter legs, a squarer torso, and a thinner coat. Japanese Chin were most likely presents from the Chinese emperor.

3. Queen Alexandra Made the Breed More Popular

King Edward VII, the son of Queen Victoria, was married to Queen Alexandra. Soon after Alexandra wed Edward in 1863, the British royal family gave her a Japanese Chin. As they were introduced from China and Japan, Alexandra kept gathering Japanese Chin. She frequently posed for pictures or painted beside her dogs. The breed’s rising popularity in Europe and England was greatly influenced by the queen.

4. They Were Developed to Be as Small as Possible

The Japanese Chin was developed to be small enough to fit in the sleeves of women’s kimonos. Some of them were apparently confined in cages like birds. According to one explanation, the dogs were fed sake to restrict their growth.

5. They enjoy spinning.

 

Japanese Chins have a cute habit known as “the Chin spin.” When they are enthusiastic, they spin in circles, often on two legs.

 

Japanese Chin dog  Information

Dog Name	Japanese Chin
Japanese Chin dog  Height	Male: 20 – 27 cm
Weight	Male: 7-11 pounds
Life Span	12 – 14 years
Breed Group	Toy dog
Temperament	Cat-like, Intelligent, Loyal, Alert, Independent, Loving
Dog Price	$1,500 to $ 2,500
Color	Tri-color, Lemon & White, Sable & White, Black & White, Red & White

 

Japanese Chin dog  FAQ

Are Japanese Chins suitable as pets ?

A Japanese chin makes an excellent companion. He is a compassionate, clever, and slightly independent dog whose sole objective is to be a companion. He is responsive and affectionate with those he knows and loves, but reserved around strangers or in unfamiliar settings.

Do Japanese Chins have a lot of barking ?

Japanese Chins do not bark frequently.

Is it possible to leave Japanese Chin alone ?

The Japanese Chin is a true companion dog and won’t do well left alone, therefore they can live in either a busy or quiet household with care as long as they can go everywhere with their owners.

How peaceful are Japanese chins ?

The Japanese chin is a lap dog that is best suited for adults or older people who would match their placid disposition. Due to their weak bones and quiet temperament, these sensitive dogs are rarely compatible with small children or high-energy dogs. The purpose of the Japanese chin breed was companionship.

How are Japanese Chins supposed to be groomed  ?

The ear fringes of the Japanese Chin can occasionally mat, and they should be gently combed to keep them from getting dusty or bothersome. With a little pin brush, carefully brush their coat upward and outward. Use a metal comb with fine teeth to comb them to lessen shedding and avoid matting.

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