Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Alert
Independent
Loving
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal

Berger Picards make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Japanese Chins are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

France

Japan

Sheepdog

pug, pekingese

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

800 AD

ancient times

Herding

Toy (AKC:1888)
Companion Dogs (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Gray

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Japanese Chins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Berger Picard can have a litter of 12-15 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 Japanese Chin can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Berger Picards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Japanese Chins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Berger Picards are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Japanese Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Collie Eye Anomaly

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Berger Picards thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Japanese Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Berger Picard has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Berger Picards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Japanese Chins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Japanese Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Berger Picards bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Japanese Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Berger Picards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Japanese Chins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Japanese Chin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Berger Picard, it's at least 5 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 Japanese Chin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Berger Picards 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 Japanese Chins usually need at least 30 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 Berger Picard should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Japanese Chin 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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Japanese Chin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Japanese Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Japanese Chin 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.

Berger Picards are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Japanese Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Japanese Chins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Berger Picards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Japanese Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Berger Picards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Japanese Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Japanese Chins are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Berger Picards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Japanese Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

Berger Picards are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Japanese Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.