While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Shiffons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Karakachan is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

Brave
Independent
Proud
Dominant
Intelligent
Vigilant

Shiffons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Avoid Shiffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Karakachans make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Shih Tzu, Brussels Griffon

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Ancient Times

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown

Pied
Black
Brown
Sable
Brindle

Wiry

Straight

A Shiffon can have a litter of 2-5 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 Karakachan 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.

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

Karakachans have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Karakachans are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Allergies
Reverse Sneezing

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

X-Rays
Blood Analysis
Full Body Examination
Abdominal Ultrasound

X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Panel

Shiffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Shiffons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shiffon, it's at least 6 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 Karakachan, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shiffons 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 Karakachans 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.

Shiffons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Karakachans 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.

Shiffon 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, Karakachan should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Shiffon 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 85-120 pound (39 - 54 kg) Karakachan feed 2.5 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 Shiffon is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 Karakachan 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.

Shiffon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Karakachans are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Karakachans have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Shiffons are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

Karakachans are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

Shiffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Shiffons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

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