CHINESE CRESTED DOG GROWTH AND REPRODUCTION

CHINESE CRESTED DOG

Chinese Crested Dog, also known as Chinese hairless dog, half-haired dog, Chinese nude dog, Chinese royal naked dog, Chinese boat dog, etc., have different sources. The Chinese crested dog is not a Chinese dog, but when it is named for the dog, Westerners think that the dog's crown is very similar to that of the Chinese Qing officials, hence the name. There are different opinions about the origin of this dog. The scholars studying dogs in Mexico thinks that the hairless dogs in the Americas come from China, and more specifically point out that the time from China to the Americas is 1580-1600. Some believe that it originated in Africa, which evolved from African naked dogs; others believe that it came from Turkey, which evolved from Turkey's hairless dogs; others think that centuries ago, Chinese navigators and sailors When they arrived in the voyage and stopped at the port terminals along the way, they traded the dogs with the port merchants and spread them everywhere. So far, the dogs in the ancient port cities of the world have been passed down. There are not many Chinese crested dogs, but there are still many breeds in The UK and the United States, and they are heavily influenced by local dog associations and dog clubs. Some zoologists divide Chinese crested dogs into African dogs, given that some hairless mammals are from Africa. Chinese crested dogs are rare species in dogs, and geneticists are more interested in this. The dog is hairless, but in the litter of the bitch, there is a hairy one, and only the hair is considered to be not pure and eliminated. Geneticists have been studying the mysteries. The dog is precious because it is rare, and its weird appearance has increased its value. The hairless body has long hair on the head and looks very cute.

APPEARANCE FEATURE

The head is slightly arched from the ear to the back of the head. The ears are large and erect, the ears are not cut, and the roots of the ears are aligned with the outer corners of the eyes. The cheeks are tapered, and the muzzle is clearly tapered. The neck is sloping and cleans, from the building up to the support of the head, slightly arched. The forelimbs are long, thin and straight. The wrist is vertical, delicate and strong. The legs and legs are rabbit-shaped feet with narrow feet and slender feet. The tail is slender, the tip of the tail is slender, and the length of the tail allows it to hit the hock. When the dog walks, the tail moves cheerfully or rolls over the back

PERSONALITY CHARACTERISTICS

The Chinese Crested Dog is cheerful, lively, witty, courageous, and alert. It does not bite or scream. Gentle and loving, neat, cute, capable, and enjoyable

PHYSIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Although there are not many hairs in China's crested dogs, they have strong adaptability to the cold and heat of the climate. According to research, this kind of dog has its own heating system, and the central nervous system can automatically regulate body temperature. Its body temperature is about 2 degrees higher than that of humans, and the body temperature will rise after eating. Suitable for children, suitable for urban breeding, not suitable for hot weather, difficult to adapt to a cold climate, do not need to comb the coat often.

The Chinese crested dog is characterized by sweat glands that can dissipate heat by sweating, while the long-haired type can only rely on panting to dissipate excess body heat, unlike the hairy dog, which relies on the tongue to breathe. Its body temperature is 2.2 ° C higher than human and has its own ability to regulate body temperature, so it has strong adaptability to cold and heat, and the body temperature rises immediately after eating. If carefully cared for, the skin of a hairless dog will be very soft and healed quickly after injury, but it is still thicker and rougher than the skin of a long-haired dog. Chinese crested dogs also have the ability to grab things with their front paws, and their postures are like humans grabbing things with their hands.

GROWTH AND REPRODUCTION

Reproductive performance: Male dogs are 10 months old, and female dogs are sexually mature at 8 months; male dogs are 24 months old and female dogs are 20 months old. The estrus is twice a year, the number of litters is about 7 and the reproduction rate is over 90%

Breeding characteristics: Chinese crested dogs will always have one or two hairy pups in each litter; with hairless male dogs to match the whole body with hairy bitches, the pups may have half hairless, if used the hairy male dog goes to the hairless bitch, and the survival rate of the young child is very low

BREEDING TECHNOLOGY

DAILY FARMING

For the breeding of Chinese crested dogs, we must first develop a good habit of regular eating. Chinese crested dogs are very gluttonous, so they must be given a certain amount of food, and they should not be allowed to eat too much. Generally, after feeding, whether or not it is finished, the equipment should be removed after 10-20 minutes. Food quality requirements are high, foraging every day

Cannot be lacking. One day to feed fresh chicken, fresh pork or fish, beef 200-250 grams. Chop the meat before cooking and cook until half cooked.

Feed Chinese Crested Dogs, in addition to meat foraging, you should also give certain vegetables (hot water) or biscuits. It is important to note that the Chinese crested dog has no front molars and must not give it a bone.

Chinese Crested Dogs don't need to have too much exercise; just let them move around indoors or make small jumps and walks. The dog also likes to play with toys. He can give it toys to move around the toy, but he can't play sharp and angular toys to prevent his skin from being puncture or bruise. Due to the lack of hair on the surface, Chinese crested dogs are prone to allergic reactions to wool, and it is best not to wear woolen pants when the feeder is close to it.

The owner should pay attention to observe the health status of the dog, pay attention to whether the appetite changes, whether the mental state is normal, the dryness of the stool and the dryness and wetness of the nose is good. If abnormal conditions are found, such as fever, etc., timely sent to the hospital for examination and take treatment measures to prevent a serious illness caused by minor illness.

BREEDING POINTS

1. MAINTENANCE FOCUS

(1) There is no need for a lot of exercise in the crested hair. It is enough to take a walk and have proper indoor walking.

(2) Chinese crested dogs are vulnerable to skin damage due to their bare skin and no hair protection.

(3) The anterior caries of the crown hair are incomplete, not suitable for biting the bones, and usually, do not bite things.

(4) Keeping the crown hair at home to remove the sharp corner furniture, so as not to scratch the dog's skin.

(5) The crown hair is particularly allergic to wool, so the owner should avoid wearing a sweater close to it, and the clothes that keep it warm in winter cannot be woven with wool.

2. SPECIAL CARE

Chinese crested dogs have a distinctive physiological characteristic. Generally, dogs need to breathe to dissipate heat. Some need to open their mouths and stick out their tongues to dissipate heat. However, Chinese crested dogs are very special, and their skin and sweat glands the same, you can directly perspire from the skin. Therefore, the breeder should always bathe it and should apply some baby's skin care oil to make it smooth.

3. FASTING FOOD

Chocolate: The bromine in chocolate reduces blood flow to the brain and can cause heart disease and other deadly diseases. The higher the purity of the chocolate, the higher the content of the bromine, the greater the risk to the dog.

Onions and green onions: Onions and green onions contain disulfides. Although they are harmless to the human body, they can destroy red blood cells of cats, dogs, sheep, horses, and cattle, which may cause hemolytic anemia. 

BREEDING ADVANTAGES

It has a small body shape, no body odor, beautiful body shape, and strong adaptability to the cold and heat of the climate. Chinese crested dog skin is connected with sweat glands. It can directly perspire from the skin. Due to the bare skin, special care must be taken. Its skin color can change with the seasons: in summer, its skin color is light: as the weather turns colder, its skin color will gradually deepen to dark gray. Chinese crested dogs are very suitable for people who are allergic to the body. Chinese crested dogs have very specific feelings and are very dependent on their owners. It makes people feel much fulfilled. Chinese crested dogs are particularly fond of cleanliness. When the owner is not at home, he basically waits for the owner to come back in his own space. Will not be everywhere. Chinese crested dogs lack teeth and rarely bite things. Chinese crested dogs are very suitable for people who are allergic to the body. There are no other special requirements for diet.