Chinese Crested vs Jack Russell Terrier

Compare the Chinese Crested to the Jack Russell Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chinese Cresteds and Jack Russell Terriers.

Chinese Crested vs Jack Russell Terrier
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
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General Details
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Maybe
Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
10-13 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
5-12 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Origin Country
China
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1819 AD
Temperament
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Very High
Exercise Required
Low
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Loose teeth
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Bald
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Rough
Coat Length
Hairless
Short
Coat Coloring
Chinese Crested
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
Apricot
Apricot
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
Silver
Silver
White
White
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Cream
White and Cream
White and Tan
White and Tan
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