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 Raggle 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

Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Inquisitive

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

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

Avoid Shiffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Shih Tzu, Brussels Griffon

Beagle and American Rat Terrier

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Shiffons have medium-length coats.

Raggles have short coats.

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 Raggle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Allergies
Reverse Sneezing

Demodectic Mange
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia

X-Rays
Blood Analysis
Full Body Examination
Abdominal Ultrasound

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Heart
X-Rays
MRI
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation

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

Raggles 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.

Raggles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

The Raggle is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Shiffons 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.

Raggles 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 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 Raggle, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Raggle is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Shiffon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Raggle is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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 Raggle 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.

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

Raggle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Shiffons are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

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

Raggles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

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

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

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