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Ticking

The white areas of the Japanese Chin's Coat should be clear and free of black hairs, also known as ticking or flecking. This is apparently not the same gene that causes spots in the Dalmation (as previously thought) Ticking occurs to varying degrees. It is important that things like this be considered when evaluating dogs as show/breeding prospects.

 

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