Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Watchful

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

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

Avoid Cava-Chins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

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Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Siberian Husky, German Shepherd

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Brown
Cream
White
Red
Blue
Brown
Black

Cava-Chins have medium-length coats.

Gerberian Shepskys have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Cava-Chin can have a litter of 3-5 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 Gerberian Shepsky 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 Cava-Chin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Gerberian Shepskys typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts

Cataracts
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests for Eye Problems

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

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

Cava-Chins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Gerberian Shepskys require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cava-Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Gerberian Shepskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Cava-Chins 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.

Gerberian Shepskys 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 Cava-Chin, 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 Gerberian Shepsky, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cava-Chins usually need at least 30 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 Gerberian Shepskys usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Cava-Chin 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 50-88 pound (23 - 40 kg) Gerberian Shepsky 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.

The average cost of a Cava-Chin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Cava-Chin 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 Gerberian Shepsky is between $55 - $70. This makes an average of $660 - $840 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.

Cava-Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Gerberian Shepsky is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Cava-Chins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Cava-Chins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Cava-Chins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Gerberian Shepskys are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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