Recognized By
AKC
Country of Origin
China
Life Expectancy
13 - 14 yrs
Height Range
10 - 11 in
Weight Range
13 - 18 lbs
Colors
Silver, apricot, or fawn, with black mask, or solid black
Trainability
Average; very sensitive
With Children
Good
With Animals
Generally good
Climate
Very sensitive to heat
Indoor/Outdoor
Prefers indoors, but loves outdoor time
Exercise Reqd
Needs fair amount of exercise, and may have to be motivated
Grooming Reqd
Occasional brushing, eye and dental care. Heavy shedder