Curious
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Steady
Watchful
Fast

Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Happy
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Faithful

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

Skip-Shzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Germany

United States

Weimaraner, German Shepherd

Shih Tzu, Schipperke

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray

Black
Brown
Cream
Red
White

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

Skip-Shzus have medium-length coats.

A Weimshepherd can have a litter of 6-8 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 Skip-Shzu 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Bloat
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Elbow
Hip And Eyes
Thyroid Tests

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Weimshepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Weimshepherds 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.

Skip-Shzus 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weimshepherd, it's at least 14 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 Skip-Shzu, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Weimshepherds usually need at least 90 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 Skip-Shzus usually need at least 20 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 Weimshepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Skip-Shzus 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.

Weimshepherd 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, Skip-Shzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Weimshepherd 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.

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Skip-Shzu 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.

The average cost of a Weimshepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Skip-Shzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Weimshepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Skip-Shzu 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

Skip-Shzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Skip-Shzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Skip-Shzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Skip-Shzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Skip-Shzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.