
Why Choose a Chinese Crested as Your Next Companion?
~Here is an example of a powderpuff pup, with a full coat of silky hair. His coat can grow rather long.~

~Below is an example of a true hairless pup with almost no body hair and sparse furnishings.~

Chinese Crested Breed History
Legends abound concerning the origins of these unique little dogs. "Hairless Dogs - The Naked Truth", by Amy Fernandez and Kelly Rhae is an excellent book that goes into great detail concerning the history of all hairless dogs. We recommend this book to all hairless dog fans! Chinese Cresteds are descendants of small hairless dog indigenous to Central and South America. They were used by the ancients in religious ceremonies. They were also used as bed-warmers and living hot water bottles. These dogs were thought to have great medicinal powers. They were even eaten!
~Here is an example of a hairy hairless pup, with a bit of body hair (which has been shaved), and full furnishings~
