Chigi Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Going
Cheerful

Chigi 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 Chigi. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

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

United States

Chihuahua, Corgi

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

Unknown

Brown

Black

Black
White
Fawn
Gray
Silver
Brindle

The coat of a Chigi falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Chigi can have a litter of 6-7 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.

Chigis 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 Chigi breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Allergies
Dry Skin

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

Chigis may be a good breed for those who prefer a more relaxed lifestyle. They tend to have a lower energy level than other breeds of dogs.

Chigi 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 Chigi dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

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

Chigis tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Hiking, Traveling, Burrowing, Brushing, Walks, Naps, Walking, Cuddling, Sleeping

Chigis 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 Chigi, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chigis 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.

The Chigi is a breed of dog that is known for its low grooming needs.

Chigi 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Chigi 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 Chigi is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chigi 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.

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

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

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

Chigis are average friendly dogs towards children.

Chigis are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Chigis are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Chigis are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

The Chigi is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Chigi 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.

Chigi dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.