Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Alert
Independent
Loving
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal

Jalands are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Japanese Chins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Jalands as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Japanese Chins are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Japan

Japanese Chin and West Highland White Terrier

pug, pekingese

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®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

2000s

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

A Jaland 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.

A Japanese Chin can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Jalands 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 Japanese Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Seborrhea
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Atopy Dermatitis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Cardiac
Hearing
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Jalands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Japanese Chins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Japanese Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Jalands bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Japanese Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Snuggling, Fetch, Hike, Walk, Run

Sniffing, Pets, Walk

Jalands 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.

Japanese Chins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Japanese Chin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jaland, 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 Japanese Chin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jalands 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 Japanese Chins 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.

Jalands 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 Japanese Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Japanese Chin 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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Japanese Chins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Japanese Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Jalands have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Japanese Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

Jalands are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Japanese Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Japanese Chins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Japanese Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Japanese Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.