Ch: A title conferred on a dog by the AKC as a result of defeating a specified number of dogs in specified competition at a series of AKC-licensed or -member dog shows.

Champion: A title conferred on a dog by the AKC as a result of defeating a specified number of dogs in specified competition at a series of AKC-licensed or -member dog shows.

Cheeks: The region of the skin that lies below the eyes and begins at the lips, reaching back to the area in front of the ears.

Cheeky: Cheeks prominently rounded; thick, protruding.

Cherry Eye: Prolapsed gland of the third eyelid.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever: A hunting dog of a breed developed in the United States, having a thick short wavy coat ranging from dark brown to tan in color and known for its skill in retrieving game from water.

Chest: The part of the body or trunk that is enclosed by the ribs.

Chestnut: Usually used to describe Irish Setters and Pharaoh Hounds, the color may be described as deep, heavily saturated, reddish brown (like the nut of the same name). Color definitions may vary by breed. Always check the breed standard for the definitive color description.

Chihuahua: A very small dog of a breed originating in Mexico, having pointed ears and a smooth coat.

China Eye: A clear or spotted blue, light blue, or whitish eye.

Chippendale Front: Forelegs out at the elbows, pasterns close, and feet turned out. Named after the Chippendale chair. Also called fiddle front.

Chiseled: Clean-cut in head, as contrasted with bumpy or bulging outlines, particularly beneath the eyes.