Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Watchful
Cheerful

Independent
Happy
Protective
Alert
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Quiet
Confidence

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

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

German Shepherd and English Springer Spaniel

Greater Swiss Mountain and Saint Bernard

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Spanierds have medium-length coats.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Spanierd 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.

A Swissy Saint can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Swissy Saints are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Entropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Digestive Problems

Elbow Dysplasia
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Bloat

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Blood Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Allergy Testing

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Tests

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

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

Spanierds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

In general most Spanierds usually need at least 90 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 Swissy Saints usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Spanierds 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 Swissy Saint has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-70 pound (27 - 32 kg) Spanierd feed 2 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 130-200 pound (59 - 91 kg) Swissy Saint feed 4 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 Spanierd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Swissy Saint is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Spanierd is between $35 - $48. This makes an average of $420 - $576 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 Swissy Saint is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Spanierd is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Swissy Saints are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Swissy Saints are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Swissy Saints are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Spanierds are highly friendly around strangers.

Swissy Saints are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Spanierds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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