Chin
Japan • toy size
Chin is a toy breed from Japan, known for being apartment-friendly, easy for first-time owners, not a big barker.
Apartment-friendlyEasy For First-time OwnersNot A Big Barker
Toy
Japanese Chin
Aristocratic toy companion; catlike, light-footed, and very people-centric.
Apartment-friendlyEasy For First-time OwnersLight On Shedding
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Size
Toy
Life
10-14 years
Group
Toy
Origin
Japan
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