Energetic
Loyal
Protective
Alert
Guarding
Hunting
Trainable

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

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

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

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German Shepherd and Labrador Retriever

Japanese Chin and Coton de Tulear

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Blue
Cream
Red
White
Black

Black
White
Red
Pied

A German Sheprador can have a litter of 10-12 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 Coton Chin 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.

German Shepradors have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Infections

Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

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

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

German Shepradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Coton Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

German Shepradors 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.

Coton Chins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Sheprador, 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 Coton Chin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Shepradors 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 Coton Chins 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.

The German Sheprador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Coton Chins 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.

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

Coton Chin 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-95 pound (39 - 43 kg) German Sheprador 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 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Coton Chin 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 German Sheprador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Coton Chin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Sheprador 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 Coton Chin 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

German Shepradors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Coton Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Coton Chins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Coton Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Coton Chins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Coton Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.