JUDGING THE CHINESE CRESTED
by The American Chinese Crested Club
T he Chinese Crested is a strik- ing dog in both the Hairless and Powderpuff. When they first en- ter the ring you should be looking for: “A Toy dog, fine-boned, elegant and graceful. The distinct varieties are born in the same litter. The Hair- less with hair only on the head, tail and feet and the Powderpuff com- pletely covered with hair. The breed serves as a loving companion, playful and entertaining.” When you stand back to observe the dog on the table, keep in mind that they are rectangular rather than square. The Hairless variety can be sensitive to cold hands during the table exam and may tuck up. The topline should be assessed as the dog is moving around the ring. Starting with the head—the Chinese Crested head is to be a wedge from the top and from the side. There is to be a slight but distinct stop. The eyes are almond shaped and set wide apart, which enhances the alert and intense expression. Teeth are differ- ent in Hairless Chinese Cresteds— you can have everything from a full mouth correctly placed to a minimal
“WHEN YOU STAND BACK TO OBSERVE THE DOG ON THE TABLE, KEEP IN MIND THAT THEY ARE rectangular rather than square.”
54 • T op N otch T oys , F ebruary 2020
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