Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

Curious
Stubborn
Clownish
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Watchful

Japillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shepherd Pits are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Japanese Chin and Papillon

German Shepherd, American Pit Bull Terrier

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Fawn
Silver
White
Black
Brown

Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Brown
Gray
Black

Japillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Shepherd Pits have short coats.

A Japillon can have a litter of 2-4 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 Shepherd Pit can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Hemivertebrae
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cleft Lip or Palate
Footpad Disorder
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Cutaneous Asthenia
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Eye examination
Radiographs

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
DNA for VWD
Heart Testing

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

Shepherd Pit has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Shepherd Pits sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Japillons 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.

Shepherd Pits 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 Japillon, it's at least 6 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 Shepherd Pit, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Japillons usually need at least 30 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 Shepherd Pits usually need at least 180 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Shepherd Pit has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Japillon feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-90 pound (18 - 41 kg) Shepherd Pit 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 Japillon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Japillon 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.

The average per month expenses of a Shepherd Pit 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.

Japillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Japillons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Japillons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Japillons are highly friendly around strangers.

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