I'm Erin H., the breeder behind Erin & Friends Japanese Chin located in Johnson City, TN. We decided to start breeding to share the best possible puppies with excellent personalities, temperament, and most of all health! We adore our dogs! They’ve enriched our lives in ways we never imagined, and we are so happy to be able to share the wonderful qualities of the breed with others. Owning a Japanese Chin is a beautiful experience, and it would be our honor to connect you with the perfect new addition to your family.
Q. & A. with Erin
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Sheppard
Went home
Male
McKay
Went home
Male
Teyla
Went home
Female
Ronon
Went home
Male
Snowball
Went home
Male
Storm
Went home
Male
Winter
Went home
Female
Blizzard
Went home
Male
Icicle
Went home
Male
Chilly
Went home
Male
Frost
Went home
Male
Solstice
Went home
Female
Snowflake
Went home
Female
Glacier
Went home
Male
Happy
Went home
Female
Marlin
Went home
Male
Dory
Went home
Female
Nemo
Went home
Male
Tinky Winky
Went home
Male
Po
Went home
Female
Laa-Laa
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Erin
Erin has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,600 - $3,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes registration (AKC or CKC), up to date vaccines and dewormer, a thorough vet checkup, and a puppy pack. Deposits are only refundable if something happens to the puppy while in my care. Otherwise, deposits are transferable to another puppy or litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Erin may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Erin offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Erin directly.
Erin & Friends Japanese Chin meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Litter and program updates
Erin H.
Litter update on 18 July •
Shrek, Fiona & Donkey
Triton and Tulip's litter
Erin H.
Program update on 18 June •
We are away 💗 responses may be slow, I appreciate everyone's patience!
Erin H.
Litter update on 21 Apr. •
His littermates may be in their new homes, but Bill is still having a lot of fun 🐣🐰
Triton and Cinco's litter
Erin H.
Litter update on 28 Mar. •
Nail trim, important to start early on for well socialized pups 🐶
Triton and Cinco's litter
Erin H.
Litter update on 28 Mar. •
First vet visit 🥳🎉
Triton and Cinco's litter
Erin H.
Litter update on 05 Feb. •
Tinsel and Garland
Triton and Dandelion's litter
Erin H.
Litter update on 29 Nov. 2024 •
Pistachio is just the sweetest baby 🥹🥰
Triton and Peony's litter
Parent dogs
Primrose, mom
Japanese Chin
About Primrose
Primrose is a female Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Juniper, mom
Japanese Chin
About Juniper
Juniper is a female Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Petunia, mom
Japanese Chin
About Petunia
Petunia is a female Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Triton, dad
Japanese Chin
About Triton
Triton is a male Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Erin decided to make him part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Tulip, mom
Japanese Chin
About Tulip
Tulip is a female Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Knoxville, dad
Japanese Chin
About Knoxville
Knoxville is a male Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Erin decided to make him part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Peony, mom
Japanese Chin
About Peony
Peony is a female Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Poppy, mom
Japanese Chin
About Poppy
Poppy is a female Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Charley, dad
Japanese Chin
About Charley
Charley is a male Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Erin decided to make him part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Dandelion, mom
Japanese Chin
About Dandelion
Dandelion is a female Japanese Chin. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Erin to bring home their puppies.
Patricia S.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
I had spent the last four months greiving over the loss of my last little companion and looking for the right dog to take his place in my life. The minute I found Erin and the little guy she called Hank, my heart melted and i knew I'd found the right match. I heard back from Erin shortly after I wrote to her about me and my interest in the little boy. Erin gave me all the info I needed about her pups and the parents. When I asked if I could come and meet with Hank prior to his being ready to leave his Mom, she was open to that and made it easy for me to spend a little time with him. During the next 13 days before I could take my pup home, Erin answered all my questions and kept me updated on my boy's progress. I've named him Percival, and call him Percy. He came to me well socialized and seems to be fearless. Percy is paper trained to the peepee pads i've used and has not had a single accident. He is content to sleep in his playpen throughout the night and when he's been in a crate to travel has let me know when he's needed to stop for a potty break. The transition from Erin and Daniel to my home has been easy and I couldn't be happier with the my forever furbaby.
Kara W.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
It was wonderful working with Erin. She took every precaution concerning the new owner and the puppy. She talked over details of their health, issues they can have as a breed, and particularly the personality of the puppy we were interested in. We’ve had our little Sid for 4 days and this little boy is the smartest puppy I’ve ever had. He has not yet gone to the bathroom on the floor, only at night in his crate on a puppy pad, and has so much personality. Our goldendoodle adores him, plays with him, and already is sharing her toys with him. He’s a laid back but playful and extremely intelligent. First week of a puppy is the hardest adjustment and it’s been extremely easy. 5 stars Erin!
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Ethan H.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Erin was fantastic to work with and prompt in communication. She provided vet records and valuable advice and has stayed in contact after we took our puppy home, who is thriving as he adjusts to a new environment. Japanese Chins are a special breed, and we’re delighted with the fun, energetic, sweet puppy who has become a part of our lives. Highly recommend Erin!
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Henry H.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
Erin was very prompt in responding to any questions we had. She also kept us updated with videos and pictures of our puppy which we appreciated. Erin was also very flexible with a meeting location and had a very fair price tag on that. Overall, she made the experience very easy.
Ci Kin Y.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Erin was easy and clear with communication and very friendly, she provided sufficient information not only about the puppy but also gave me a very good idea about the mom and dad giving an idea of not just a cute baby dog but also what I was in for in the long run.
Nax, as I named him from Hickory, is an amazing little Japanese Chin and a very smart little guy.
Erin was easy to work with and I have nothing but good to say about the experience.
Delivery with Dan was also smooth and easy, Erin was also available after delivery for me to be able to get information and get things done from the post-delivery.
Jason W.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
It was a real pleasure working with Erin in bringing home our new Japanese Chin puppy. Communication was always excellent, and Erin was very flexible in arranging a location that was convenient for us to have the puppy delivered. The pup was current on all its vacations and had been well cared for. She is a sweetheart, and we love our new little Chin. Our two older Chins love the new addition, and they have already become best buds. The whole experience was a delight from start to finish. Thank you Erin, and thank you for arranging the long drive so early in the morning to bring the puppy to us in Nashville. :)