Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sociable
Sweet
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Chinaranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

​United States

United States

Pomeranian, Chinese Crested

English Cocker Spaniel, Australian Shepherd

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
Gray
Blue
Cream
Black
Brown

Black
White
Blue
Red

A Chinaranian can have a litter of 2-5 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.

An English Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 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.

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

English Cotralians are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation

Deafness
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Tracheal Collapse

Otitis Externa
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Osteochondritis Dissecans

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

Skin Scraping
Ear Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Thyroid Biopsies
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

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

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

Chinaranians are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Cotralians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chinaranians 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.

English Cotralians 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 Chinaranian, it's at least 8 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 English Cotralian, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chinaranians 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 English Cotralians usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Chinaranian 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 38-45 pound (17 - 20 kg) English Cotralian feed 3 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 Chinaranian is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an English Cotralian is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinaranian is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 an English Cotralian 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.

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

The English Cotralian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chinaranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Cotralians make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

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

Chinaranians have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

English Cotralians are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The English Cotralian is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.