Independent
Robust
Loyal

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Spirited

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Saluki, Taigan, Afghan Hound, Hortaya Borsaya

Toy Fox Terrier and Shih Tzu

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brown
Gray
Gray

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
White
Brindle
Silver

Chippiparais have short coats.

Toy Fo-Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Chippiparai can have a litter of 12-15 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 Toy Fo-Tzu 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.

Chippiparais 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 Toy Fo-Tzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lens Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Otitis Externa
Allergies
Eye Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Cleft Lift or Palate

Complete Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)
Eye and Ear Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
DNA for VWD
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Chippiparai has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Toy Fo-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Chippiparais 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.

Toy Fo-Tzus 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 Chippiparai, it's at least 28 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 Toy Fo-Tzu, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chippiparais usually need at least 90 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 Toy Fo-Tzus 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 Chippiparai is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Toy Fo-Tzu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chippiparai 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, Toy Fo-Tzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-65 pound (14 - 29 kg) Chippiparai 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 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Toy Fo-Tzu feed 0.7 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 Chippiparai is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Fo-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chippiparai 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 Toy Fo-Tzu 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.

Chippiparais have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Toy Fo-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Chippiparais are not suitable for children.

Toy Fo-Tzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

Chippiparais are not cat friendly.

Toy Fo-Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Chippiparais are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Toy Fo-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.