Chinese Crested vs Tibetan Mastiff
Breed Compatibility
99% Compatible
Energy Level
Chinese Crested: Regular Exercise0.6
Tibetan Mastiff: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Chinese Crested: Agreeable0.6
Tibetan Mastiff: Independent0.4
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Chinese Crested: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Tibetan Mastiff: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Luxury
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Chinese Crested3/5
Tibetan Mastiff3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Chinese Crested3/5
Tibetan Mastiff3/5
Good with Strangers
Chinese Crested4/5
Tibetan Mastiff1/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Chinese Crested
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap dislocation
Primary Lens Luxation: Eye condition
Glaucoma: Eye pressure disorder
Legg-Calve-Perthes: Hip joint issue
Cardiac Issues: Heart conditions
Tibetan Mastiff
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint abnormality
Hypothyroidism: Hormone imbalance
Eye Problems: Various conditions
Heart Issues: Cardiac concerns
Skin Conditions: Dermatitis risks
Pros & Cons Comparison
Chinese Crested
Pros
Excellent companion dog
Minimal shedding
Good for apartment living
Affectionate with family
Cons
Requires skin care (hairless variety)
Sensitive to extreme temperatures
Can be yappy
May be difficult to housebreak
Tibetan Mastiff
Pros
Excellent guardian
Loyal to family
Independent nature
Weather-resistant coat
Cons
Strong-willed personality
High maintenance grooming
Not suitable for apartments
Challenging to train
Chinese Crested Fun Fact
The hairless gene in Chinese Cresteds is actually incomplete dominance, resulting in some dogs being born with fur!
Tibetan Mastiff Fun Fact
Tibetan Mastiffs only shed once annually, but when they do, it's called 'blowing coat' and is massive!
Heritage & Purpose
Chinese Crested
Origin:
Developed in ancient China as companion dogs for Chinese sailors, these small dogs served as ratters on ships while traveling maritime trade routes during the Han dynasty.
Tibetan Mastiff
Origin:
Serving as guardians of Tibetan monasteries and nomadic camps in the Himalayas since ancient times, these dogs protected livestock and property from predators including wolves and leopards.
Special Considerations
Chinese Crested
Hairless variety needs sun protection and regular skin care. Both varieties require dental attention and protection from extreme temperatures.
Tibetan Mastiff
Extensive grooming during shedding seasons, strong guarding instincts requiring management, and need for early socialization to prevent excessive protectiveness.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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