Who can resist this precious face?? Sherri is just a shy little thing, just like all the dogs that came from this breeder.

 

We received six dogs from a breeder who use simply bred them for profit.  They came to us in horrible shaped. They were all covered with fleas, matted down hair, it took over 3 hours to bath, clip there nails and groom the 6 dogs.

 

All of the dogs are all good with other dogs, but are shy and skittish around people. Probably because they have never really been around people before.

 

We suggest calm homes with older children.  Some can be a bit nippy if you force interactions, but they tend to cuddle up to you when they are in your arms!

 

It is time for these precious little dogs to find that special family that will pamper and love them forever!

 

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, there are two distinct varieties of this unusual dog: one is hairless except for its feet, head and tail, and called, not surprisingly, the Hairless; the other is called the Powder Puff. It has a coat of long soft hair. The Chinese Crested originated in Africa where they were called "African Hairless Terriers." The ancient Aztecs kept them as bedwarmers, and believe it or not, did eat them. The Chinese trading ships stopped along Africa on their routes, and it was there that they picked up these dogs because they were excellent ratters for aboard their ships. They renamed the dogs "Chinese Crested" and the name stuck. The stripper, Gypsy Rose Lee, used to breed Chinese Crested. The most popular of the hairless breed, the Chinese Crested are still very rare. These dogs are sweet, lively, playful and cuddly. They are exceptionally loving and likes to hug and smile. Affectionate with children. Children should be taught not to be rough with this breed as it is friendly, but it does not have the protective hair that other breeds have and can get injured easily. They are an entertaining companion. Intelligent and very alert. Puppies should be well-socialized and exposed to loud noises when young to avoid potential timidity. If its owners do not baby them, these dogs can grow up to be a very well-adjusted dog. They have an ability to perform tricks and are generally good with other pets. They are not barkers. Chinese Crested Dogs like to climb and dig holes. They tend to become very attached to their owners and have difficulty adjusting to a new one. Chinese Crested Dogs crave constant companionship. They have a life expectancy of 10-12 years.