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

Obedient
Tenacious
Dependable
Lively
Kind
Good-natured

Schipeses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Schipeses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Serbian Hound 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.

Maltese and Schipperke

Molossian Hunting Dogs, Phoenician Dogs

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®

Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club

Unknown

11th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
Red
White

Schipeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Serbian Hounds 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 Serbian Hound can have a litter of 12-14 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.

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

Serbian Hounds 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.

Serbian Hounds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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)

Hip Dysplasia

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination

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

Serbian Hounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Serbian Hound 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.

Serbian Hounds 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 Serbian Hound, 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 Serbian Hounds 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.

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

The Serbian Hound 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.

Serbian Hound 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin 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 40-48 pound (18 - 22 kg) Serbian Hound 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 Serbian Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 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 Serbian Hound is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 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.

Serbian Hound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Serbian Hounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Serbian Hounds 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.

Serbian Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Serbian Hounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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