Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

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

Chi Apsos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Great Pyrenees if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Chi Apsos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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®

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Cream
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Wavy

Straight

A Great Pyrenees can have a litter of 10-12 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 Chi Apso can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Great Pyreneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Hypoglycemia
Collapsed Trachea
Kidney Disease

Entropion
Cataracts

Cherry Eye

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Blood Count
Blood Chemistry
Full Body Physical Examination

Great Pyreneess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Great Pyreneess need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Great Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Sniff, Sit, Walk, Petting, Sniffing, Mouthing, Play, Being outside, People, Tug-of-war, Run, Walking, W, Hike, Going on drives, Car rides, Hiking, Tug of war, Hide and seek, Throw the ball

Play, Walk

Great Pyreneess 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.

Chi Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chi Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyrenees, it's at least 12 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 Chi Apso, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Pyreneess 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.

In general most Chi Apsos 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-140 pound (45 - 64 kg) Great Pyrenees 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 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Chi Apso 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.

The average cost of a Great Pyrenees is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Chi Apso is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyrenees is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 Chi Apso 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.

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

Chi Apso is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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.

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

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

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

Chi Apsos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Great Pyreneess are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

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

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