Active
Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

Alert
Devoted
Vigilant
Cautious
Quick

Schipper-Poos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Schipper-Poos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

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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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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Brown
Amber

Hazel

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray

Black
Brown
Red
Pied
White

Schipper-Poos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Wiry

Straight

A Schipper-Poo 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 Canaan 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.

Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Problems
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Dystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Epilepsy

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Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

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X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

Schipper-Poo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Schipper-Poo dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schipper-Poo, it's at least 8 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 Canaan, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Schipper-Poos 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 Canaan is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Canaan 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
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Schipper-Poo feed 1.7 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 45-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Canaan feed 2.5 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 Schipper-Poo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Canaan is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schipper-Poo is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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 Canaan 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.

Schipper-Poo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Schipper-Poos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Schipper-Poos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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