Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle

Playful
Funny
Loving
Dignified
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Gentle
Sociable
Adaptable
Bubbly
Polite
Still

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid ShiChis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose an Old Deerhound Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

United States

Chihuahua and Shih Tzu

Old English Sheepdog, Scottish Deerhound

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Isabella

Black

Cream
White
Black
Fawn
Brown

Gray
White
Blue
Black

A ShiChi can have a litter of 2-5 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.

An Old Deerhound Sheepdog can have a litter of 5-8 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.

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dental Problems

Entropion
Deafness
Demodicosis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Thrombocytopenia
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Cryptorchidism
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Osteochondrodysplasia

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Full Physical Examination

Dna For Pra
Eye examination
Blood Work
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
Heart Testing

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

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

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

ShiChis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

ShiChis are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. ShiChi dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs 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 ShiChi, it's at least 4 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 Old Deerhound Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most ShiChis usually need at least 25 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 Old Deerhound Sheepdogs 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 ShiChi requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs 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.

ShiChi 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

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) ShiChi 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 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Old Deerhound Sheepdog 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 ShiChi is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Old Deerhound Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a ShiChi is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 an Old Deerhound Sheepdog 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.

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

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

ShiChis are not the best choice for families with kids.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

ShiChis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.