Xiasi Dog
About the Xiasi Dog
Temperament
Physical Characteristics
| Size Category | Medium (25-50 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Height | 17-20" |
| Weight | 22-40 lbs |
| Coat Type | Wire |
| Coat Length | Medium |
| Colors | |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
High (60-90 min/day)
60 minutes per day recommended
Grooming
Moderate - Weekly
Mental Stimulation
★★★★★Needs plenty of mental challenges
Drooling
★★★★★Living Conditions
Cost of Ownership
| Purchase Price | $500-$1,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $1,100/year |
Costs vary based on location, breeder, and individual needs. Annual costs include food, veterinary care, grooming, and supplies.
Health Considerations
Like all breeds, Xiasi Dogs may be prone to certain health conditions:
Regular veterinary check-ups and proper care can help prevent or manage many health issues.
Best For
- Families with Children
- Active Owners
- Guard Dog
May Not Be Ideal For
- Apartment Living
- Sedentary Lifestyles
Guides for your Xiasi Dog
The story behind the Xiasi Dog
The Xiasi Dog is associated with Xiasi town in the Qiandongnan region of Guizhou province, in southwestern China, where it has been kept by local communities, particularly among Miao people, as a hunting and guarding dog. Local tradition attaches good fortune and prosperity to the dogs, and they were valued highly enough to be exchanged as significant gifts. Selection was entirely practical, favouring stamina, courage and scenting ability for hunting boar and small game in mountainous forest. The breed had no formal documentation for most of its existence, and numbers declined as rural hunting diminished and other dogs were introduced. Chinese enthusiasts began organised preservation and breeding efforts in recent decades, and the dog is now promoted as a Chinese native breed. Major international registries do not list it, and populations beyond China are negligible.
Originally bred for: Boar hunter, small-game hunting dog, village guardian. You can trace how working roles shaped today’s breeds across our dog guides.
Feeding a Xiasi Dog
Something balanced and suited to a spare, hard-working frame works well, offered morning and evening. These dogs stay naturally thin and should look athletic; match what you give to the week's workload rather than pouring the same amount year-round.
Watch for: No sensitivity pattern is established for this rare breed, which has little documented veterinary literature. General caution applies: change diets gradually, and consult a vet before restricting ingredients if digestive or skin problems appear.
Mealtime extras: training treats worth keeping in your pocket. Everything else lives in our dog nutrition and feeding hub.
Living with a Xiasi Dog
Day to day, the basics matter most: how much exercise your dog needs, how often to get out for a walk, and how much sleep is normal.
For play and enrichment, browse our favorite dog toys and interactive toys for rainy days.
Gear that fits the breed makes life easier: a well-sized dog bed, a properly sized crate.
Raising a puppy? Work through crate training and the teething timeline — or see how old your dog is in human years with our dog age calculator.