Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Patient
Gentle
Kind
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Trustworthy

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Going
Cheerful

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

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

Golden Pyreneess make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Chigis aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever

Chihuahua, Corgi

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®

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®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Gray
White

Black
White
Fawn
Gray
Silver
Brindle

Golden Pyreneess are known for their coat length.

Chigis have medium-length coats.

A Golden Pyrenees 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.

A Chigi can have a litter of 6-7 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Overactive Tear Glands

Congenital Eye Defects

Allergies
Dry Skin

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Ophthalmic Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

Golden Pyreneess are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Golden Pyreneess require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

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

The Golden Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Hiking, Running, Walking, Mild hiking

Hiking, Traveling, Burrowing, Brushing, Walks, Naps, Walking, Cuddling, Sleeping

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Pyrenees, it's at least 9 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 Chigi, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Pyreneess usually need at least 120 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 Chigis 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.

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

The Chigi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Chigi 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
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-115 pound (36 - 52 kg) Golden Pyrenees 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.

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Chigi 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 Golden Pyrenees is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Chigi is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Pyrenees 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 average per month expenses of a Chigi 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

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

Chigis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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