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Appearance: |
The Chizer is a tiny dog with an apple-shaped head and a short pointed muzzle. The thick, prominent eyebrows and long mustache are often trimmed to accentuate the dog's square cut shape. The trademark large ears should be held erect. The tail is usually docked. Puppies are usually born with a soft spot, but the bone usually closes the gap with age. It has a long head, strong muzzle, a well-developed black nose and a scissors bite. Besides the common short-haired variety there is also a long- haired type. The dog is more robust than he looks, with a level back, and legs coming down straight and square.
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Life Expectancy: |
The life expectancy of a Chizer is around 15 years.
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Size: |
The Chizer can grow to be between 6 to 14 inches tall and weigh between 2 to 15 pounds.
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Temperament: |
The Chizer is a good companion dog. Loving and intelligent. Bold and saucy, it moves swiftly to avoid being stepped on. Playful, happy and alert, they like children. They like to lick their owner's faces. It can be feisty and fairly dog-aggressive - putting on a show of superiority without necessarily intending to fight. When strangers are present, it follows its owner's every move, keeping as close as possible. Socialize this breed well with other dogs when it is still a puppy. This breed may snap at teasing children, after all it is too tiny to get away. Since the temperament of this breed can be quite variable, select a puppy from parents whose temperament you enjoy. It is not recommended for children. Chizers tend to bark a lot, but it does not have a yappy bark and is not as annoying as one may think. Many owners simply paper train this breed. They make good guard dogs and mouse catchers. They tend to be fairly dog-aggressive. Some can be reserved with strangers, but most love everyone.
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Family Dog: |
The Chizer is makes a great family pet but is not recommended for families with small children.
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Companionship: |
The Chizer make a very loyal companion dog.
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Shedding: |
The Chizer is an average shedder.
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Grooming: |
The smooth, short-haired coat should be gently brushed occasionally or simply wiped over with a damp cloth. Clip out any knots. Bathe both types about once per month, taking care not to get water in the ears. Trim around the eyes and ears with blunt-nosed scissors and clean the whiskers after meals.
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Weather: |
The Chizer hates the cold and may shiver when cold.
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Exercise: |
Although it is tempting to carry these dainty creatures about; these are active little dogs, who need a daily walk.
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Living Arrangements: |
The Chizer is fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.
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Health: |
Because of his short nose, the Chizer tends to wheeze and snore. Although some are prone to suffer from kidney stones, liver disease, skin disorders, von Willebrand's disease, diabetes, liver ailments and cysts. Prone to slipped stifle, gum problems, colds, stress, and rheumatism. Eyes of breeding stock should be checked for this. Feed lightly as it tends to gain weight.
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Breed Information
