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

Alert
Devoted
Lively
Assertive
Friendly
Playful

United States

Austria

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

Local Austrian farm dogs, German Pinscher

2000s

19th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

Black
Red
Brown

Saint Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

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.

An Austrian Pinscher 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.

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

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

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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Congenital Heart Defect

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

OFA
Cardiac Ultrasound
Yearly Physical Examination

Fetch, Napping, Running, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hiking, Movie marathons, Frisbee, Walks, Hunting, Swimming, Traveling, Run, Tricks, Chase, Walk, Play keep away, Play, Playdate, Water play, Hide & Seek, Playing fetch, Hike, Tag, Walkin, Play time, Training, Sleeping, Swim, Brushing

Walking, Playing fetch, Tug o war

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.

Austrian Pinschers 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 Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 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 Austrian Pinscher, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Austrian Pinschers 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.

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

The Austrian Pinscher has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Saint Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Austrian Pinscher 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Austrian Pinscher feed 2.3 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 Saint Shepherd is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 per day.

The average cost of an Austrian Pinscher is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of an Austrian Pinscher 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.

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

Austrian Pinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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