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 Saint Shepherd 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

Curious
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Watchful
Quiet

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

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

Shih Tzu, Brussels Griffon

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

Shiffons have medium-length coats.

Saint Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

The Saint Shepherd 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.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Allergies
Reverse Sneezing

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

X-Rays
Blood Analysis
Full Body Examination
Abdominal Ultrasound

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Shiffon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Saint Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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.

Saint Shepherds 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 Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 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 Saint Shepherds 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.

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

The Saint Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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, Saint Shepherd 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 95-150 pound (43 - 68 kg) Saint Shepherd feed 4.5 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 cost of a Shiffon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Saint Shepherd is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 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 Saint Shepherd is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Saint Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Shiffons are not the best choice for families with kids.

Saint Shepherds 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.

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

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

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

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

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