Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Gentle
Loving
Reserved

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

English Toy Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

England

Chihuahua, Dalmatian

spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Cream
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Pied

Chimations have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

English Toy Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Chimation 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.

An English Toy Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Chimations typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

English Toy Spaniels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

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

English Toy Spaniels have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

English Toy Spaniels require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Chimations sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Toy Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

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

The English Toy Spaniel is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Chimations are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

English Toy Spaniels 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 Chimation, it's at least 11 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 English Toy Spaniel, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chimations 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 English Toy Spaniels 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 Chimation is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The English Toy Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chimation 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Chimation feed 3 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 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Spaniel feed 0.8 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 Chimation is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an English Toy Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chimation 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 an English Toy Spaniel is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

English Toy Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Chimations are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

English Toy Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Toy Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chimations are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

English Toy Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

English Toy Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.