Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

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

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

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

United States

United States

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

Italian Papihounds have medium-length coats.

Saint Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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.

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 Italian Papihound 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.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

None Known

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

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

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

Saint Shepherds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

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 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 Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 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 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.

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

The Saint Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Italian Papihound 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 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 an Italian Papihound 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 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 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.

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

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

Italian Papihounds 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.

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

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

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

Saint Shepherds 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.

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