Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Curious
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Watchful
Quiet

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

Saint Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Lhasa Apso and Chihuahua

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

A Chi Apso can have a litter of 4-6 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 Saint Shepherd 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.

While the Chi Apso breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Saint Shepherd breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hypoglycemia
Collapsed Trachea
Kidney Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cherry Eye

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

X-Rays
Blood Count
Blood Chemistry
Full Body Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Play, Walk

Fetch, Napping, Running, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hiking, Movie marathons, Frisbee, Walks, Hunting, Swimming, Traveling, Run, Tricks, Chase, Walk, Play keep away, Play, Playdate, Water play, Hide & Seek, Playing fetch, Hike, Tag, Walkin, Play time, Training, Sleeping, Swim, Brushing

Chi Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chi Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Saint Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chi Apso, it's at least 5 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 Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chi Apsos 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.

In general most Saint Shepherds 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.

Chi Apso 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

Ideally, Saint Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Chi Apso 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.

For an average 95-150 pound (43 - 68 kg) Saint Shepherd feed 4.5 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 Chi Apso is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Saint Shepherd is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chi Apso 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 average per month expenses of a Saint Shepherd is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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.

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

Saint Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Chi Apsos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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