Appearance: Sweet, slender toy breed (11-13 inches) with unique look. Comes in hairless (spotted pink skin, crested hairdo, furry socks, feathery tail) or powderpuff (covered in soft, silky coat) varieties. Fine-boned elegance, graceful movement.
Traits & Characteristics: Lively, alert, ultra-affectionate companion. Often described as feline. Playful, loving, devoted to humans. Hairless has advantages (no odor, low shedding). Attentive housemates, in tune with family.
Origins: China (though origins debated).
Small
Female: 8
Male: 12
13-18 years