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

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Maltese and Schipperke

Japanese Chin, Poodle

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
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White

White
Red
Sable
Silver
Cream
Gray
Black

Schipeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Poochins have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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 Poochin 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.

Distichiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Dental Problems

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Heart Testing

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

Poochin 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.

Poochins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

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

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

Poochins 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.

Poochins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Poochin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Poochins usually need at least 25 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.

Poochins 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
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 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Poochin feed 0.5 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 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 Poochin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Schipese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Poochins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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