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| Jaya's Designer Cresteds |
| Jaya's Designer Cresteds |
| Copyright 2007 Designed by Jaya Ortiz and Carmen Ortiz-Sandoval |
| Health |
Due to the relative rarity of the Chinese Crested Dog, and generally speaking, this breed has not been ill-bred
enough to develop many congenital diseases found in more popular Toy Breeds. There are, however, some
lines prone to the conditions below.
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Eyes can be a major concern within the breed, having at least two forms of progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
which can eventually lead to blindness. Breeders concerned about the health of the breed genetically test and
annually certify their stock. Many register their stock's certifications with the Canine Eye Registry Foundation
(CERF).
Patellar Luxation
As with all other Toy Breeds, the Cresteds can be prone to patellar luxation. This inheritable condition is
caused by shallow knee joints (stifles) and results in kneecaps that pop out of place. Its onset is often at a
young age, and can cause temporary to permanent lameness based on the severity. Breeders concerned
about the health of the breed have their stock certified free of patellar luxation and registered with the
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).
Allergies
Some Crested dogs are prone to allergies, especially if care is not taken with breeding. Dietary allergies seem
to be most common in Cresteds fed a diet that is heavily composed of wheat, corn, or soy products.
Many allergic reactions of the skin of Hairless Cresteds are caused by topical products containing lanolin (wool
fat) and other sheep wool products. Some other allergies peculiar to Cresteds include Aloe vera gel and
strong fragrances contained in skin care products.
Vaccines
Throughout the years,it has been known that some cresteds are allergic to Lyme and Lepto vaccines.This
should be made aware of to the veterinarian before administration as now they have combo vaccinations and
may contain these 2. As a matter of fact, I myself was contacted by a buyer with the horrific results of these
vaccinations that were given to a puff that she purchased from me.
The lifespan of a Chinese Crested Dog can be quite impressive. Many well-cared-for and healthily-bred
Cresteds live to see 15 years or more.
enough to develop many congenital diseases found in more popular Toy Breeds. There are, however, some
lines prone to the conditions below.
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Eyes can be a major concern within the breed, having at least two forms of progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
which can eventually lead to blindness. Breeders concerned about the health of the breed genetically test and
annually certify their stock. Many register their stock's certifications with the Canine Eye Registry Foundation
(CERF).
Patellar Luxation
As with all other Toy Breeds, the Cresteds can be prone to patellar luxation. This inheritable condition is
caused by shallow knee joints (stifles) and results in kneecaps that pop out of place. Its onset is often at a
young age, and can cause temporary to permanent lameness based on the severity. Breeders concerned
about the health of the breed have their stock certified free of patellar luxation and registered with the
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).
Allergies
Some Crested dogs are prone to allergies, especially if care is not taken with breeding. Dietary allergies seem
to be most common in Cresteds fed a diet that is heavily composed of wheat, corn, or soy products.
Many allergic reactions of the skin of Hairless Cresteds are caused by topical products containing lanolin (wool
fat) and other sheep wool products. Some other allergies peculiar to Cresteds include Aloe vera gel and
strong fragrances contained in skin care products.
Vaccines
Throughout the years,it has been known that some cresteds are allergic to Lyme and Lepto vaccines.This
should be made aware of to the veterinarian before administration as now they have combo vaccinations and
may contain these 2. As a matter of fact, I myself was contacted by a buyer with the horrific results of these
vaccinations that were given to a puff that she purchased from me.
The lifespan of a Chinese Crested Dog can be quite impressive. Many well-cared-for and healthily-bred
Cresteds live to see 15 years or more.
