While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Portuguese Water Dogs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Brave
Impetuous
Obedient
Docile
Intelligent
Quarrelsome

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful

Portuguese Water Dogs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

China Jacks are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Portuguese Water Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

China Jacks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Jack Russell Terrier, Chinese Crested

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

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

700 BC

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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown

White
Black
Brown
Red

Curly

Wiry

A Portuguese Water Dog can have a litter of 10-14 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 China Jack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Portuguese Water Dogs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

China Jacks are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination
Echocardiogram

Portuguese Water Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

China Jacks' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Portuguese Water Dog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

China Jack has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Portuguese Water Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

China Jacks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Portuguese Water Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

China Jacks have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Portuguese Water Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Walking, Petting, Running, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Fetch, Nose work, Sniffing, Drinking water, Jogging, Walk, Tug-of-war, Jump

Car rides, Boating, Walks, Fetch, Snuggling, Tug-of-war, Walk, Chasing toys, Walking

Portuguese Water Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

China Jacks 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 Portuguese Water Dog, it's at least 10 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 China Jack, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Portuguese Water Dogs 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.

In general most China Jacks 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.

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Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 42-60 pound (19 - 27 kg) Portuguese Water Dog 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 13-17 pound (6 - 8 kg) China Jack 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 Portuguese Water Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a China Jack is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Portuguese Water Dog 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 China Jack 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.

Portuguese Water Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Portuguese Water Dog is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

China Jacks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Portuguese Water Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Portuguese Water Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

China Jacks are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.