Chin-Ocker Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Chin-Ocker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Chin-Ocker dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Chin-Ocker. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Chin-Ockers are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Chin-Ocker is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

United States

Japanese Chin, Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000s

Brown

Black

Cream
White
Pied

The coat of a Chin-Ocker is longer than that of the typical dog.

Wiry

A Chin-Ocker can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Chin-Ockers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Chin-Ocker is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Chin-Ockers may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Chin-Ocker have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Chin-Ockers a breed that requires only a small amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people with busy lifestyles, elderly people or those who have limited mobility. They also make great pets for those who live in small apartments or have limited outdoor space.

The Chin-Ocker breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Chin-Ocker dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Chin-Ockers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chin-Ocker, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chin-Ockers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chin-Ocker is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Chin-Ocker 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

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Chin-Ocker 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 Chin-Ocker is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chin-Ocker is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Chin-Ockers has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Chin-Ocker is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Chin-Ockers are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Chin-Ockers are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Chin-Ockers are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Chin-Ockers are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Chin-Ockers are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Chin-Ocker is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Chin-Ocker is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Chin-Ocker dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.