Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Fearless
Spirited

Chi-Chis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Chinese Crested and Chihuahua

Mini Fox Terrier and Welsh Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Gray
Brown
White
Cream

Brindle
Sable
Pied
Brown
Black
Black
Brown
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Straight

Wavy

A Chi-Chi 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.

A Welsh Mini Fox Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Chi-Chis are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chi-Chis 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 Welsh Mini Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

None

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Dry Eye

Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)
Skin Conditions

Eye
Blood
Knee

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

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

Welsh Mini Fox Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chi-Chis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chi-Chi, it's at least 6 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 Welsh Mini Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chi-Chis usually need at least 45 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 Welsh Mini Fox Terriers usually need at least 75 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 Chi-Chi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Welsh Mini Fox Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chi-Chi 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, Welsh Mini Fox Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Chi-Chi is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Welsh Mini Fox Terrier 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Chi-Chis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chi-Chis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Welsh Mini Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.