Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Happy
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Faithful

Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Inquisitive
Trainable
Bold

Skip-Shzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Skip-Shzus as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

United States

United States

Shih Tzu, Schipperke

Lakeland Terrier and Patterdale Terrier

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

1990s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Cream
Red
White

Brown
Fawn
Red
Blue
Black

A Skip-Shzu can have a litter of 3-7 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 Patterland 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.

Skip-Shzus are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Allergies

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

X-ray imaging
Ophthalmic Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Patterlands are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

Patterlands are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Skip-Shzus 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.

Patterlands 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 Skip-Shzu, it's at least 7 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 Patterland, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Skip-Shzus usually need at least 20 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 Patterlands 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.

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

Patterland 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
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Skip-Shzu 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 9-16 pound (4 - 7 kg) Patterland feed 1.5 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 Skip-Shzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Patterland is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Skip-Shzu 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 Patterland is between $42 - $50. This makes an average of $504 - $600 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 Skip-Shzu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Skip-Shzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Skip-Shzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Patterlands are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Skip-Shzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Skip-Shzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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