Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Obedient
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Spirited
Extroverted

Chin-Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pom-A-Nauzes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Japanese Chin, Miniature Pinscher

Pomeranian and Miniature Schnauzer

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

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®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
White
Sable

Chin-Pins have short coats.

Pom-A-Nauzes have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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.

A Pom-A-Nauze can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Urinary Crystals and Stones
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Myotonia Congenita

Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Megaesophagus
Diabetes
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Canine Glaucoma

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

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

Pom-A-Nauzes are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Chin-Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Pom-A-Nauzes need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Pom-A-Nauzes sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Walking

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Walks, Walk

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pom-A-Nauze, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Pom-A-Nauzes 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 Chin-Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pom-A-Nauzes 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Pom-A-Nauze is somewhere $1.10 - $1.80 per day.

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

Pom-A-Nauze is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Chin-Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

Pom-A-Nauzes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chin-Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Pom-A-Nauzes have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Chin-Pins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Pom-A-Nauzes are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.