Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Alert
Devoted
Intelligent
Obedient
Courageous
Energetic
Loyal
Watchful

Italian Papihounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Italian Papihounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Australia

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

Dingo, Smithfield, Collie

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Blue
Black

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

Red
Blue

An Italian Papihound can have a litter of 2-4 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.

An Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle can have a litter of 12-15 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 Italian Papihound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Deafness

None Known

Hip Dysplasia
Dental Problems

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

OFA
BAER Testing
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Italian Papihounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Italian Papihounds 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.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles 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 Italian Papihound, it's at least 9 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 Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian Papihounds usually need at least 45 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 Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles 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.

The Italian Papihound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Italian Papihound 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 35-51 pound (16 - 23 kg) Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle feed 2.5 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 an Italian Papihound is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Papihound 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 an Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Italian Papihound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Italian Papihounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Italian Papihounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattles have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

The Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.