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A "Chinese Crested" is a breed of dog.

Chinese Crested dogs are small -- usually between 11 and 13 inches at the shoulder. And they are hairless! They have tufts of hair on their head, legs and tail. There is also a non-hairless type of Chinese Crested, called a Powderpuff. This is a very old breed of dog, dating back to 1500's China. Click here to see a about the Chinese Crested dog dog.


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