Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

Curious
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Quiet
Detached

Papichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Papichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Chow Shepherds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Bichon Frise, Papillon

Chow Chow, German Shepherd

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Sable
Red
Black

Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Cream
Fawn

Papichons have medium-length coats.

Chow Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Papichon can have a litter of 2-5 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 Chow 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.

Papichons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chow Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Chow Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Bladder Stones and Infections

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Myasthenia Gravis

Allergies
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts

Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electroretinogram
ACTH Test

X-Rays
MRI
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Papichons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Chow Shepherds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Chow Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Papichons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Chow Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Chase, Catch, Hide and seek, Walk, Go Camping, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, High Five, Shake, Play

Swimming, Play fighting, Car rides, Running, Puppacinos, Running at, Getting trained

Papichons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Chow 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 Papichon, it's at least 7 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 Chow Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Papichons usually need at least 60 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 Chow Shepherds usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Papichon 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 45-90 pound (20 - 41 kg) Chow Shepherd 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.

The average cost of a Papichon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Papichon is between $36 - $39. This makes an average of $432 - $468 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 Chow Shepherd 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 Papichon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Chow Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Chow Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Papichons are highly friendly around strangers.

Chow Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Papichons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chow Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Papichons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chow Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.