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

Outright
Energetic
Quick
Gentle
Friendly

Schipeses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Kerry Beagles are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid Schipeses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Kerry Beagles make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Maltese and Schipperke

Southern, Celtic Hounds

Unknown

16th century

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
Brown
Blue

Schipeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Kerry Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Kerry Beagle can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Distichiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Dental Problems

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

Full Physical Examination

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

Kerry Beagles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Kerry Beagles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Kerry Beagles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Kerry Beagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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.

Kerry Beagles 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 Kerry Beagle, 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 Kerry Beagles 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 Schipese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Kerry Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

In general Kerry Beagle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Kerry Beagle 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 a Schipese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Kerry Beagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Kerry Beagle 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.

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

Kerry Beagle 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.

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

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

Kerry Beagles 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.

Kerry Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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