Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Going
Cheerful

Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Inquisitive
Trainable
Bold

Chigis aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Patterlands make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Chihuahua, Corgi

Lakeland Terrier and Patterdale Terrier

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
White
Fawn
Gray
Silver
Brindle

Brown
Fawn
Red
Blue
Black

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.

A Patterland can have a litter of 3-5 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 highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Chigis typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patterlands are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Allergies
Dry Skin

Allergies

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

X-ray imaging
Ophthalmic Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Eye and Ear Examination

Chigis are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Patterlands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

Patterlands are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Walking, Play, Hike, Tug-of-war, Run, Walk, Hide & Seek, Ball

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.

Patterlands 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Patterland, it's at least 11 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.

In general most Patterlands usually need at least 120 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 has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Patterlands require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
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.

For an average 9-16 pound (4 - 7 kg) Patterland feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chigi is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Patterland is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 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.

The average per month expenses of a Patterland is between $42 - $50. This makes an average of $504 - $600 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.

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

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

Chigis make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Chigis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Patterlands are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chigis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Patterlands are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Chigis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Patterlands are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Chigis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Chigis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Patterlands may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.