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

Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy

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

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

German Shepherd, Newfoundland

Retriever

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
Blue
Silver
Red
Cream
Gray
Brown
White
Black

Fawn
Cream

New Sheps have medium-length coats.

Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

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 Golden Retriever 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.

The New Shep breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Hip Dysplasia

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

Entropion
Trichiasis
Cardiomyopathy
Vwd
Allergies
Pyotraumaticdermatitis
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Bleeding Disorder

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)

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Dna Test For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

New Sheps sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Golden Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Golden Retriever, it's at least 12 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 Golden Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Golden Retriever 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a New Shep is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Retriever is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 Golden Retriever 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.

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

Golden Retrievers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Golden Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.