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

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

Companionable
Intelligent
Obedient
Cheerful
Joyful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Reserved

Barbets shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Water dog

Japanese Chin, English Toy Spaniel

1500s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Pied

Black
White
Red

Barbets have medium-length coats.

English Toy Chin Spaniels are known for their coat length.

Curly

Straight

A Barbet can have a litter of 13-15 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 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.

Barbets have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Barbets are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the English Toy Chin Spaniel breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Cataracts

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

English Toy Chin Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Barbets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Barbets 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 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Barbet, it's at least 10 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 Toy Chin Spaniel, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Barbets usually need at least 45 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 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.

Barbet 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 37-62 pound (17 - 28 kg) Barbet 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.

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.

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

The average cost of an English Toy Chin Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Barbet 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.

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.

Barbets are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

English Toy Chin Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

Barbets are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

Barbets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

English Toy Chin Spaniels are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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