Bold
Energetic
Inquisitive
Confident
Friendly
Intelligent

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

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

Chin-Pins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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Black Smooth-Coated Fell Terrier

Japanese Chin, Miniature Pinscher

American Canine Registry
American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1950's

Unknown

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Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Pied
Brown
Red
Black

Black
White
Red
Brown

A Patterdale Terrier can have a litter of 11-14 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.

A Chin-Pin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Patterdale Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Chin-Pins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

None Known

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye Infections

Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Examination
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Patterdale Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Chin-Pins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Chin-Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Patterdale Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Chin-Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Patterdale Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chin-Pins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Chin-Pin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Playing Ball

Walking

Patterdale Terriers 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.

Chin-Pins 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 Patterdale Terrier, it's at least 16 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 Chin-Pin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Patterdale Terriers 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 Chin-Pins 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Patterdale Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 per day.

The average cost of a Chin-Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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.

The Patterdale Terrier is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Chin-Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Patterdale Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chin-Pins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Chin-Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Patterdale Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Chin-Pins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Patterdale Terriers can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

Chin-Pins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.