Active
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Trainable
Watchful
Faithful
Instinctual

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Shepadoodles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chi-Spaniels are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Shepadoodles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chi-Spaniels aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

German Shepherd, Poodle

Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel

1960s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
White
Gray

Cream
Brindle
Silver
Gray
Fawn
White
Black

Shepadoodles are known for their coat length.

Chi-Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Curly

Straight

A Shepadoodle can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chi-Spaniel can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hemophilia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Sebaceous Adentitis

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Elbow Dysplasia
Demodicosis
Seborrhea
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cleft Lip or Palate
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Allergies
Dry Skin

Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
Hip and Elbow X-rays

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests
Allergy Testing

Shepadoodle has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chi-Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Shepadoodles require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Chi-Spaniels need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Shepadoodle dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Chi-Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking

Fetch, Cuddling, Watching tv, Running, Walk, Walks, Playing Ball, Riding

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shepadoodle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chi-Spaniel, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shepadoodles usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chi-Spaniels usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Shepadoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Chi-Spaniel has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

In general Shepadoodle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Chi-Spaniel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-90 pound (23 - 41 kg) Shepadoodle feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Chi-Spaniel feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Shepadoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Chi-Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shepadoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chi-Spaniel is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Shepadoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chi-Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Shepadoodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chi-Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Shepadoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chi-Spaniels are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Shepadoodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Chi-Spaniels are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Shepadoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chi-Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.