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

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

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

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

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

Spinone Italianos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Italy

Shih Tzu, Schipperke

italian rough-haired dog

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®

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

Unknown

ancient times

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Cream
Red
White

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

Straight

Wiry

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 Spinone Italiano 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.

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

Spinone Italianos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Hip Dysplasia

Bloat
Ataxia

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

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

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

Spinone Italianos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Spinone Italianos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano 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 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 Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 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 Spinone Italianos 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.

Skip-Shzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Spinone Italiano requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
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 70-84 pound (32 - 38 kg) Spinone Italiano 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 Skip-Shzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Skip-Shzus are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Spinone Italiano has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

The Skip-Shzu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Spinone Italianos 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.

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

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

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

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

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

Skip-Shzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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