Chion Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Chion is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Chion will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

Chions are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Chion is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

United States

Chihuahua, Papillon

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

2001

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown
Isabella

White
Fawn
Brown
Cream
Black

The coat of a Chion dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Wavy

A Chion 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.

Chions are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Chion breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Color Dilution Alopecia

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Blood Test
Physical Examination

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Chions may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Chion have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Chions a breed that requires only a small amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people with busy lifestyles, elderly people or those who have limited mobility. They also make great pets for those who live in small apartments or have limited outdoor space.

The Chion breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Chions tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Napping, Cuddling, Tug-of-war, Playing fetch, Hide & Seek, Wrestling, Walking, Tug of war, Belly rubs

Chions 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.

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

In general most Chions usually need at least 45 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 Chion is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Chion 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 Chion is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chion 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.

Chions has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Chion is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Chion is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Chions are average friendly dogs towards children.

Chions are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Chions are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Chions are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Chion is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Chion is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Chion dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.