Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Watchful
Cheerful

Affectionate
Gentle
Loving
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Loyal

New Sheps shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

German Shepherd, Newfoundland

Miniature Schnauzer, Chihuahua

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
Blue
Silver
Red
Cream
Gray
Brown
White
Black

Black
Brown
White
Cream
Gray
Pied

New Sheps have medium-length coats.

Chizers have short coats.

Wavy

Wiry

A New Shep can have a litter of 4-12 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 Chizer can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Perianal Fistulas
Degenerative Myelopathy
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Liver Disease
Diabetes
Kidney Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease

Demodectic Mange
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Pemphigus
Urolithiasis
Seborrhea
Pannus
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Footpad Disorder
Platelet Dysfunction
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Pyoderma

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Pancreatitis
Arthritis
Skin Diseases
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Blood Tests for Organ Function
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations

New Shep has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chizer has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For New Shep, it's at least 14 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 Chizer, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

New Sheps 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 Chizer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Chizer 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
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) New Shep 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.

For an average 4-15 pound (2 - 7 kg) Chizer 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 New Shep is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Chizer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a New Shep is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Chizer is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Chizers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

New Sheps are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

New Sheps are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

New Sheps are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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