Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Belgium

United States

sheepdog

Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

Golden Mountain Dogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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 Golden Mountain Dog can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Golden Mountain Dog 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

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

Golden Mountain Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Golden Mountain Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Walks, "Love fests", More walks, Sniffing, Training, Play, Walk

Run, Fetch, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schipperke, it's at least 7 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 Golden Mountain Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schipperkes 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.

In general most Golden Mountain Dogs 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 Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Golden Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Schipperke 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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 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 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog feed 4 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 Schipperke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke 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 Golden Mountain Dog is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Schipperke is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Mountain Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

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

Schipperkes are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.