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

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Kerry Wheatens are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Reserved

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Faithful

English Toy Chin Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Kerry Wheatens are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Japanese Chin, English Toy Spaniel

Soft-Coated Wheaten, Kerry Blue Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Red

Blue
Gray
Brown
Fawn

English Toy Chin Spaniels are known for their coat length.

Kerry Wheatens have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

An English Toy Chin Spaniel 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.

A Kerry Wheaten can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Hip Dysplasia
Familial Nephropathy
Hypoadrenocorticism
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Cataracts

Retinal Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bleeding Disorder
Microphthalmia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination
Endocardiogram
Cardiac Ultrasound

Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
Eye Examinations
Schirmer Tear Test
Blood Analysis
Blood And Urine Analysis

English Toy Chin Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Kerry Wheatens sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Toy Chin Spaniels are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. English Toy Chin Spaniel dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Kerry Wheatens 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 English Toy Chin Spaniel, it's at least 4 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 Kerry Wheaten, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Toy Chin Spaniels usually need at least 40 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 Kerry Wheatens usually need at least 60 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 English Toy Chin Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Kerry Wheatens have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, English Toy Chin Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Kerry Wheaten 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-14 pound (2 - 6 kg) English Toy Chin Spaniel 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 33-37 pound (15 - 17 kg) Kerry Wheaten feed 2 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 an English Toy Chin Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Kerry Wheaten is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Chin Spaniel 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 Kerry Wheaten is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

English Toy Chin Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Kerry Wheatens are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

English Toy Chin Spaniels are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Kerry Wheatens are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.