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April 03, 2026 2 min read 0 Comments

The Chinese Crested: The Most Unique Dog You'll Ever Love

The Chinese Crested is like no other breed. Whether you have the Hairless variety or the silky Powderpuff, these dogs are devoted companions with very specific gear requirements—especially when it comes to skin protection.


About the Chinese Crested

  • Typical weight: 8–12 lbs
  • Energy level: Moderate — playful and agile but loves to lounge.
  • Coat: Hairless (crest, socks, and tail hair) or Powderpuff (silky double coat).

Proactive Health: The Crested "Skin & Gut" Secret

Whether Hairless or Powderpuff, Chinese Cresteds are vulnerable to environmental skin stressors and have notoriously sensitive systems. To support healthy skin from the inside out, we recommend Native Pet Omega Oil

Unlike furry breeds, a hairless dog's skin is the primary barrier against the environment. Native Pet Omega Oil contains biotin and a balanced blend of salmon and pollock oils, which are essential for preventing the dry, flaky skin and "blackheads" (comedones) common to the breed.

  • The Benefit: Formulated with probiotics for a healthy gut (the root of immune health) and Omega-3 fatty acids to nourish and protect the skin barrier in a breed with very little natural protection.

  • The "Dinky" Edge: Clean, vet-formulated ingredients are essential for this breed’s sensitive system—providing whole-body wellness for just pennies a day.

The All-In-One: The Daily 11-in-1

If you want to address the "whole dog," Native Pet's The Daily 11-in-1 Multivitamin is excellent for Chinese Cresteds because it covers the breed's secondary vulnerabilities: joints and digestion.

  • The Benefit: Formulated to support energy utilization, mobility, gut health, normal inflammatory response, digestion, bladder, sensitive skin, seasonal allergies, immune health, heart health, and cognition.

  • Made in the USA: This powdered multivitamin is made with a blend of 12 powerful, active ingredients.

  • A Tasty Topping: Made with goat's milk & beef broth. Sprinkle on your pup's daily meal for an extra dash of yummy goodness.

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    Chinese Crested Size Guide

    • Weight: 8–12 lbs
    • Neck: 8–11 inches
    • Chest Girth: 12–16 inches
    • Harness Size: XXS or XS
    • Apparel Size: XXS or XS

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