Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Going
Trainable
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Instinctual
Charming

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

Poo-Shis make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Chin-Pins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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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®

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
White
Brown
Sable
Black
Fawn

Black
White
Red
Brown

Poo-Shis are known for their coat length.

Chin-Pins have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Poo-Shi 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.

A Chin-Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Corneal Dystrophy

Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Poo-Shis are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Poo-Shi has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Poo-Shis sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Chin-Pins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

The Poo-Shi is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Train, Fetch, Walk, Run

Walking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poo-Shi, it's at least 8 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-Pin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poo-Shis usually need at least 25 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-Pins 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.

Poo-Shis require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

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

Chin-Pin 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Poo-Shi feed 2 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 8-20 pound (4 - 9 kg) Chin-Pin 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 Poo-Shi is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Poo-Shi 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-Pin 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.

Poo-Shi is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Chin-Pins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Poo-Shis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chin-Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Chin-Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Poo-Shis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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