[bunnyfoofoo]

I have a four month old Japanese Chin (female) and am considering getting another one. It has been difficult to find another chin that is about the same size as she will be (since she will be small around 5 lbs and some chins can get to 20 lbs). I'm wanting to get another one fairly soon, so they can get use to each other and grow up together. I'm having a hard time finding another chin, but am considering getting a papillon. I'm just concerned that a papillon might be a little more fiesty than she is. She is very laid back, likes to play, but likes to cuddle and sleep as well. She isn't one of these puppies that bites and chews on everything. She is actually the perfect dog, already potty trained and everything. Also, would a male or female be best to get since I have a little girl. I will get they spayed or neutered because I think they chin will be too small to have pups, plus I don't want to breed. I'm worried that males will hike and try to 'jump' on my little female.

[telmesum]

Yes you are on the right track as far as I am concerned and we always have 4 dogs in my home. I now have all pugs and they are all females. They will fight for packleader once in awhile, but they get along very well. The fights are mild because they have equal strength. That is something to consider just as you are thinking. You also said you found the perfect breed for you so stick with that. Dogs of the same breed get along well. As for males, I loved all of mine (mostly poodles and terriers) but my piano leg has stood for all the territory marking I care to subject it, or me, to. The males always hike. Nature. Good luck. Puppies!!!!

[Mandy D]

You need to let your JapChin grow up before you get another dog. It is not mandatory, but it would be better, because if you got your pups at the same time, they might bond with each other instead of with you. Also, I think that any dog can be laid back. Their are laid back pit bulls and Rottweilers.Here's what I think. I think that, first of all, bond with your puppy. I think that you are probably already bonded. Next, since you are bonded, go to the Pap breeder (or chin breeder) and choose the shy one, since you want one thats laid back. And then your puppies will keep each other company while you are busy.