Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Faithful
Easygoing

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Clever

Schipeses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

BT Walkers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Schipeses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

BT Walkers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Maltese and Schipperke

Treeing Walker Coonhound, Boxer

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®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Brown
Red
White

Schipeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

BT Walkers have short coats.

A Schipese can have a litter of 3-7 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 BT Walker can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

BT Walkers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

BT Walkers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Distichiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Dental Problems

Cardiomyopathy
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Degenerative Myelopathy
Corneal Dystrophy

Entropion
Ectropion
Portacaval Shunt
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Demodicosis
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Dermoid Sinus
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Stenosis

Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Vwd
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

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

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

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

BT Walkers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

BT Walkers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Schipeses 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.

BT Walkers 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 Schipese, 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 BT Walker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schipeses usually need at least 40 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 BT Walkers usually need at least 120 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 Schipese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The BT Walker is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Schipese 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 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) BT Walker 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 Schipese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a BT Walker is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schipese 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 BT Walker 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.

Schipeses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

BT Walker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

The Schipese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

BT Walkers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

BT Walkers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

BT Walkers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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