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

Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

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

Papioxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Chihuahua, Dalmatian

Toy Fox Terrier, Papillon

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Cream
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White

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

Papioxs have medium-length coats.

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.

A Papiox can have a litter of 2-6 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.

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.

While the Papiox breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Portacaval Shunt

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Food Allergies

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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.

Papioxs 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 Papiox, it's at least 5 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 Papioxs 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.

The Chimation is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Papiox has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Papiox 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 Chimation is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Papiox is somewhere $1.00 - $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 a Papiox 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Papioxs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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