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

Curious
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Watchful
Cheerful

Schipeses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Maltese and Schipperke

German Shepherd, Pug

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.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White

Black
Brindle
Fawn
Cream

Schipeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Straight

Wiry

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

The Shug 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.

Distichiasis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Dental Problems

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome

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

X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Blood Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

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

Shugs have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

Shugs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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 Shug, it's at least 9 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 Shugs 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 Shug 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.

Shug 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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Shug feed 2 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 Shug 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 Shug 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.

Shug is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Schipeses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Shugs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Shugs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Shugs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Shugs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.